Expert Advice

Cold sensitivity happens when the protective enamel on your teeth wears down or your gums recede, exposing the dentin layer underneath. Dentin contains tiny tubules that connect directly to the nerve of your tooth. When cold reaches these tubules, it triggers sharp pain. At our clinics in Hanoi, Da Nang, and Ho Chi Minh City, I see this daily. The good news? Most cases improve significantly with proper treatment and better oral care habits.

Clip-on veneers are removable cosmetic covers that snap over your existing teeth, while permanent porcelain veneers are custom crafted restorations bonded to prepared teeth. Permanent veneers look natural, function like real teeth, and last 15 to 20 years. Clip-ons are bulky, obviously fake looking, make speaking difficult, and can't be worn while eating. In my decade treating over 70,000 patients at Picasso Dental Clinic, I've never recommended clip-on veneers for daily wear. They're temporary cosmetic devices, not genuine dental treatment

Yes, you can and absolutely should floss between porcelain veneers just like natural teeth. Properly placed veneers have contacts between teeth similar to your natural teeth, allowing floss to pass through. At Picasso Dental Clinic, I teach every patient the correct flossing technique before they leave. Flossing removes plaque and food particles that cause gum disease and decay at the veneer margins. In my decade treating 70,000+ patients from 65 countries, I've found that those who floss daily maintain healthier gums and longer-lasting veneers than those who skip this step

No, it's not acceptable to permanently cement veneers without a proper try-in period. At Picasso Dental Clinic, we always allow patients to see and approve their veneers before final cementation. During try-in, we place the veneers with temporary adhesive so you can evaluate color, shape, size, and overall appearance in different lighting. This is your opportunity to request adjustments before we make the results permanent. In my 10 years treating 70,000+ patients from 65 countries, I've never skipped this step. It's about informed consent and ensuring you're completely satisfied before committing to a permanent change.

The main advantages of porcelain veneers are dramatic cosmetic improvement, long-lasting results of 10 to 15 years, stain resistance, and natural appearance. They can fix multiple issues at once like discoloration, chips, gaps, and minor misalignment. The disadvantages include permanent tooth alteration since we must remove enamel, higher cost compared to other options, potential for chipping or breaking, possible increased sensitivity, and the need for eventual replacement. In my decade at Picasso Dental Clinic treating 70,000+ patients, I find the best candidates understand these tradeoffs and prioritize lasting aesthetic improvement

Porcelain veneers in Vietnam typically cost between $250 and $800 per tooth, depending on the quality of materials, the dentist's experience, and the clinic location. At Picasso Dental Clinic, our veneers range from $350 to $600 per tooth, using premium materials from Germany and Japan. Having served 70,000+ patients from 65 countries since 2013, I can tell you this is significantly less expensive than Western countries, where veneers often cost $1,000 to $2,500 per tooth, yet the quality at reputable Vietnamese clinics matches international standards.

No, traditional porcelain veneers are not reversible. To place veneers, we must remove a thin layer of your natural tooth enamel, typically 0.5 to 0.7 millimeters. Once that enamel is removed, it doesn't grow back, so your teeth will always need some form of coverage, whether veneers or crowns. In my 10 years at Picasso Dental Clinic serving 70,000+ patients, I always ensure people understand this is a permanent commitment. That said, veneers themselves can be replaced if needed, and with proper care, they last 10 to 15 years or longer.