{"id":585,"date":"2026-10-22T07:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-10-22T07:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fisherdds.com\/blog\/2026\/10\/22\/what-do-i-do-if-i-lose-a-veneer\/"},"modified":"2026-10-22T07:00:00","modified_gmt":"2026-10-22T07:00:00","slug":"what-do-i-do-if-i-lose-a-veneer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fisherdds.com\/blog\/2026\/10\/22\/what-do-i-do-if-i-lose-a-veneer\/","title":{"rendered":"What Should I Do If My Veneer Comes Off?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Although your veneers<\/a> were designed to withstand a full diet for 15+ years, sometimes accidents do happen, and they may fall off your teeth before they\u2019re ready to be replaced. Here\u2019s what you should do if it does, and how you can reduce the risk of it occurring in the first place!<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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What to Do if You Lose a Veneer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Although the dental cement used to hold your veneers in place is designed to withstand enjoying a full diet for many years, on rare occasions restorations still may fall off. If this happens, there\u2019s no need to panic. Simply locate the veneer and remove it from your mouth. If it has broken, carefully collect all the pieces you can find, and then rinse your mouth well to clear away any fragments. Be sure to save it to take with you to the dentist, especially if it\u2019s still whole, as it may be able to be reattached. If it has broken, however, it will need to be replaced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Next, call your dentist and explain the situation. While it may not seem<\/em> like that big of a deal, because your dentist removed enamel prior to attaching it, by leaving your tooth uncovered it will be vulnerable to plaque, bacteria, food debris, and sensitivity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To protect your tooth until your dental appointment, you can cover it with dental wax (available in the oral hygiene aisle at department stores and pharmacies). Never attempt to reattach your veneer yourself with household products, as they can damage your tooth and the restoration, and can make you very sick!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Can My Veneer Be Saved?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Whether a veneer can be salvaged will depend on the condition its in when it falls off. If it is still intact, there\u2019s a good chance it can be put back; however, if it is broken, or if your tooth needs a repair, too, you may need to replace it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Maintain Your Veneers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Although it is rare to lose a veneer after placement, the best way to avoid this is to take excellent care of your smile. Here are some best practices to ensure your restorations last as long as possible:<\/p>\n\n\n\n