New Orleans tetracycline stains

May 25, 2016
Tetracycline stains are nothing but trouble
I have some serious tetracycline stains on my front teeth and finally decided to do something about it. My dentist said that crowns would be best, but after having eight done (and re-done twice), I’m pretty much convinced he has no idea what he is doing. He replaced the first set because they looked yellow…
February 5, 2016
Are veneers the only option to replace my bonding?
When I was younger, I took tetracycline and it stained my teeth. Back then, they did bonding to cover the stains and for the most part it has held up pretty well. It’s just been in the last few years that they have started to look bad again and I’ve been considering what to do…
May 21, 2015
Will Lumineers work for tetracycline stains?
My husband has tetracycline stains on his teeth. We’ve looked into porcelain veneers, but they are so expensive. We saw a commercial for Lumineers and they are cheaper, will they work? — Sandy Sandy, For tetracycline stains, Lumineers would not be the best choice, and here’s why: Tetracycline stains are very difficult to cover. The veneer…
March 12, 2015
Crowns or porcelain veneers for tetracycline stains?
I had porcelain veneers placed about 18 years ago to cover very severe tetracycline stains on my teeth. Even though the veneers looked gray, it was better than living with almost black teeth. Now my veneers need replaced, but when I consulted with my current dentist he and his lab tech decided on crowns instead. I’m not sure…
August 12, 2014
What can I do to cover tetracycline stains?
I have had gray stained teeth as a result of tetracycline for many years. All I really want is to have nice, white teeth. I’ve seen and heard a lot of negative stories about porcelain veneers and Lumineers. I’ve also researched bonding. What procedure would give the best results for my situation? — Adrianna in…
March 12, 2014
What can be done for tetracycline stains?
Hello, I am in need of a solution for covering the dark tetracycline stains on my teeth. A friend of mine had veneers put on several years ago for the same reason, but hers look bulky and fake. The dentist said that opaque veneers were best for covering dark stains. How can I cover my…
February 3, 2014
Is it possible to refurbish my 20-year-old porcelain veneers?
I’ve had porcelain veneers for 20 years and they have lasted just about the length of time my dentist said they would. I got them because my teeth were stained by tetracycline and at the time, whitening treatments were not readily available like they are today. I would have liked to have gone that route,…
April 30, 2013
My tetracycline stains are showing through my porcelain veneers
I have very dark tetracycline stains on my teeth. My dentist told me that he could cover the stains with porcelain veneers. I trusted him because I have seen this dentist since 2002. Two weeks ago, I got the porcelain veneers. My teeth now look light gray. The stains are still showing through. Last Friday,…
May 14, 2012
Is a sonic toothbrush good for teeth whitening?
At my last dental appointment, I got a coupon for $10 off a sonic toothbrush. I’m thinking about trying it as an alternative to the $300 that it would cost to get my teeth whitened by my dentist. I know that the toothbrush isn’t cheap either but I might save $150 or so because I’m…
November 30, 2011
Will teeth whitening help tetracycline stained teeth?
My teeth are stained by tetracycline. My dentist is recommending crowns for my front teeth, but I am wondering if teeth whitening will help. If not, what are my options? – Beverly Beverly – It’s best to avoid having crowns placed on your teeth. There are two other ways to handle the tetracycline stains. Tetracycline…