{"id":172,"date":"2025-02-20T12:24:23","date_gmt":"2025-02-20T12:24:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thebrickdentalcare.com\/blog\/?p=172"},"modified":"2025-03-31T12:26:29","modified_gmt":"2025-03-31T12:26:29","slug":"will-veneers-make-my-teeth-sensitive","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thebrickdentalcare.com\/blog\/will-veneers-make-my-teeth-sensitive\/","title":{"rendered":"Will Veneers Make My Teeth Sensitive?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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One of the hallmarks of porcelain veneers<\/a> is how they transform your smile so naturally that nobody can tell you have them. Veneers can be completely customized, including their color, shape, size, and spacing. But sometimes, patients worry that they may leave their teeth feeling sensitive. Here\u2019s what\u2019s behind the confusion, and the truth about veneers and tooth sensitivity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What Makes Teeth Sensitive?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Your teeth are comprised of many layers. The top layer, the enamel, keeps them looking white and protects the inner layers from bacteria and debris. It is quite porous, however, which is how it can sometimes become stained or sensitive to hot and cold foods and beverages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When you get veneers, your dentist must remove a thin layer of enamel from each tooth being treated. This is because the veneers will make your teeth thicker, and if you don\u2019t make them a bit thinner prior to attaching them, they will look too dense and make speaking, chewing, and smiling difficult.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thus, prior to taking impressions of your teeth, your dentist must remove a small (as little as a half millimeter) amount of enamel from each one.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Though the amount removed is only about as thick as a fingernail, it can sometimes cause your teeth to feel sensitive for a few days. Thankfully, your dentist will place temporary veneers on your teeth until your permanent ones arrive. Your temporary veneers protect against plaque, bacteria, food debris, sensitivity, and of course tooth breakage. Typically, it takes about two weeks to get your real veneers, so you\u2019ll need to wear the temporary ones in the meantime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ending Tooth Sensitivity<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The good news is that most patients notice their tooth sensitivity goes away after about two or three days. It may take a bit longer for others, and it may not clear up completely until the permanent once are placed, but rest assured that it is only temporary, as your veneers are essentially replacing your enamel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the interim, there are a few things you can do to help minimize your tooth sensitivity. These include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n