What They Don't Tell You About Getting Veneers: Pain, Cost, Is It Worth it?

[@imjusthereorthere]

I know the video is about veneers but I can’t stop looking at your hair. Hair length is perfect

[@prettypetite]

Alma Mendoza her hair is looking sooo good here

[@miket6962]

Yes so good I just want to smell it

[@RommyShhh]

As a dental nurse me and dentist I work for would always ask our patients to reconsider getting veneers when they don’t need it. It’s totally ok if you want to do it so you feel better for yourself. But the thing is - nothing is better than the natural enamel, your natural theeth that you are born in. Grinding down that enamel is something that you can’t undo. Also, ceramic veneers won’t last you forever. Neither do composite fillings or crowns, so you will have to get them renewed someday, which means grinding down a little bit more- again. I thinks it’s lovely that you get to feel better with your new smile, but from a professional view I am sad that people feel the pressure to have your teeth get grind down.

[@munsters2]

How long do they last?

[@knmid]

@@munsters2 porcelain 10-20 years they're very durable, but maintenance is important just like natural teeth

[@aubreyodom468]

Thanks for mentioning this I’m considering the clip in veneers more so my dentist said I would be a good candidate for veneers because I’ve grinding my front teeth down to where my two front teeth are basically the same length as the ones beside them and it’s making me so self conscious. I think I’ll just go with clip in and save my actual teeth.

[@RommyShhh]

@Anna Rhecca Agustin maybe the shape could be enhanced and the gap be closed with composite! The enamel would not have to be grind - if you ever heard of the singing dentist, I believe he himself has gotten “composite veneers” (I’m not that good regarding the correct English terms and you could get a picture of what I mean)- a much More gentler way for the enamel

[@RommyShhh]

@@aubreyodom468 if that’s the case, maybe get a second opinion from an orthodontist (braces), because your interdigitation (I hope that’s the right word for it - like the way your upper and lower teeth should “connect”)could be off; since misaligned teeth could be the reason for the tooth’s substance to be grind down. And then after that veneers could be a good choice in your case specifically :) that way veneers would also last longer since they wouldn’t be under so much force

[@its_msk]

This is what is sad. 15 years ago you would have never thought about your teeth not being perfect or would never had had a concept of being unhappy with them. Its social media that subtly gets it in your head that you need that "Hollywood smile" I'm glad you're happy but let's be real. This is all from subconcious pressure that we need to look like celebrities or other influencers.

[@its_msk]

@@mj-ix4pe there is a direct correlation between advertisement and dissatisfaction with our appearances. Social media is just another form of modern advertising. That is my point. The average young person did not spend thousands and thousands of dollars on things like veneers even 10 years ago. It is all relevant to our society. More advertising of a certain desired look, the more it is accepted as a "must have" for young people. This is why even more so now influencers or make up manufacturers can ask hundreds of dollars for a product and they will get it whereas 10 years ago it would look crazy for a young person to be spending that kind of money. Yes, people can be influenced by their peers or family but who do you think influences them in the first place? I never argued that people cannot do what they want. Of course they can. My point stands that we are more and more dissatisfied and social media is a major factor.

[@itsnotaricaria]

15 years ago, all of the children in school had braces, i feel like this goes waaaayy back

[@startracie]

Braces are actually not entirely cosmetic. Seriously messed up teeth can have huge impacts on speech, jaw alignment, and overall health.

[@Rikku147]

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[@amyg8176]

Idk my parents put me in braces 20 years ago. They had me whiten them when the braces came off (I was 12!!) and my teeth have been agonizingly sensitive ever since. Maybe the UK wasn’t concerned with Hollywood smiles back then but Americans absolutely have been.

[@Kelseyjp]

Do I want veneers? No. Am I going to watch this whole video just because it’s Monica’s? Duh.

[@MonicaChurch]

Ah thanks!

[@meganorr7110]

I literally was saying that to myself as I was watching this 😂

[@ashbyash7915]

I’m so stressed I’m going thru this right now 😭😭😭😭

[@edwardstowers7272]

I got mine at 61. I had been waiting since I was a teen. I always had strong teeth, but there were discolored by antibiotics as a teenager, and I suffered from bruxism (tooth grinding) in my sleep. That, plus years if martial arts without a mouthguard meant my teeth were chipped, stained a gray-brown, and getting smaller (especially in front). I consulted with a cosmetic dentist in my fifties. The number of veneers I wanted cost the same as a compact car, but was worth more to me. I saved the money and got them over a decade later. The boost in self-esteem, especially smiling, was amazing. They look great. I still wear a night guard to protect them. Here are the things I have found no one told me. Porcelain veneers are hard, but the glue is not as strong sometimes as your jaw, especially if you chew hard. Some hard foods, like crispy bacon, certain chips, hard chocolate, hard beef jerky and anything sticky (e.g., taffy, milk duds, hot tamale candy, etc.) can pull them loose just as with a crown. Some places in your teeth receive more pressure than others. I have one side veneer, a spot where I press under stress, that lives to come off. The last time it came off just from using a water-pick . Fortunately I have never swallowed one. Biting into apples is a no-no, as is anything like chewing ice (not recommended for real teeth either). What you never hear about are the foods you have to give up: hard crunchy foods and thick sucky foods that pull at your teeth. No hard crispy bacon, no hard chips, hard beef jerky or any hard chewing. You can also suffer minor gum infection if they have to replace the fronts of many teeth. That may require low dose antibiotics. Your dental hygiene must be good. If you have bruxism, you still need a night guard when you sleep. Sometimes they will come off if the glue is imperfect. Be ready for it. Molars that come iff are not so bad, but front teeth are hard to hide while you wait for an appointment to re-glue it. I never heard about that beforehand. Other than these irritants, I have been completely happy with them. The veneers actually changed the shape of my profile by adding tooth area that had been missing due to my bruxism. I had to do 2 years of Invisiline to prep for it because I did not follow instructions the first year. But having full size white teeth (the first time in my life) has been well worth it. I smile now. I rarely did before. It was costly but it solved several problems and helped my self-esteem where my teeth were concerned. If you only do the front teeth it is no big deal. Because I had some many done, upper and lower, I did two 3-hour sessions of tooth shaving. I felt no pain but the grinding noise went on forever. I was blindfolded and listed to soft music. Your gums will be inflamed and it will get better for a few days. But the end result is amazing. You can smile and feel proud. You can look Hollywood. The good outweighs the bad. But there are foods you must give up and you may occasionally have to have them reattached or replaced, which is not cheap. In the set I’ve had in the last 4 years, I’ve had one veneer reattached like 5 times because it is at a critical bite juncture. Just wanted to disclose the good and bad of my experiences with them. The good outweighs the bad, but nothing is perfect.

[@thomasantunez8006]

Awesome. I'm 46 and have a similar set of circumstances (grinding, martial arts, discoloration, self-esteem issues, etc). Getting veneers in two weeks. I really appreciate your thorough answer. Best of luck to you.

[@ForUsNaturals]

How much is reattachment? Seems like it should be included.

[@blackandwh1teboy]

@@thomasantunez8006 Did you get the veneers?

[@Vivian_Tries]

Monica this video needs to be #1 in search results. You explained every detail perfectly! I think you look AMAZING!

[@ebogar42]

Wait until she realizes she has a big nose and that's what people see more than her teeth.

[@aquacrimefighter2368]

@@ebogar42 you’re not so special yourself.

[@ebogar42]

@@aquacrimefighter2368 No shit. I don't have the smallest nose either. 🤣

[@ebogar42]

@@aquacrimefighter2368 And I'm getting fat and old. 😂

[@aquacrimefighter2368]

@@ebogar42 so.... that gives you the right to be disparaging towards a woman you don’t even know? Yikes dude.

[@butterfly13020506]

I really like the outcome on the veneers and her smile, but she had perfectly aligned and white teeth before!! I’m not against veneers but never would harm my healthy teeth with a smile like hers

[@soniachen3118]

Agreed

[@bloomany]

That’s probably what happens when you work in social media and you only see perfect ppl. Because on Instagram rarely anybody wants to see the imperfections somebody has. But I agree she had a beautiful smile before and after. I’m just curious if it is worth to shave down your teeth for that. For me it wouldn’t be.

[@soniachen3118]

@@bloomany Think about the famous singer Madonna... She has a gap between her two (up) big incisors; but she never (I guess up to date?) done sth to close that gap. - Is she financially comfortable to do "anything"? I bet she is... But human beings are hardly satisfied with lots things... Ture? Haha, you know what I mean. :)

[@myrtlebeachsara]

Same, I wonder how she'll feel with these in three decades

[@tinazipperer5708]

@@soniachen3118 Oil

[@AshleyMarie0]

As a dental assistant who sits chair side and helps prep the teeth and insert the veneers, I LOVE watching videos of people explaining their experiences. Great video Monica! This is an extremely accurate video of what a normal veneers process is like!

[@serenaraquel3961]

Hi what shade veneer is natural?

[@xiomanaxoxoxo3212]

I got a veneer , about thirty years ago I had a small tooth that made my smile look crooked , I got that veneer and it was perfect for 30 years and now has worn off so now I have to get them again ! The best decision I ever made !

[@lucysmart6472]

Wow they actually look so natural and real! Sometimes they look so fake but yours look so good and have such a nice shape! As long as they make you happy and confident with yourself that’s all that matters❤️

[@MonicaChurch]

Thank you! Yeah, I think they did an AWESOME job.

[@TinaGrabez]

I don't even want veneers and I still watched this whole video.

[@RSEnchantedFinds]

I got my 4 front teeth veneered like 10 years ago. I think it was the best money I ever spent. They look fantastic and I get compliments on my smile all the time now. Yours look amazing. Glad you made the decision to get them and stopped listening to everyone else!

[@MonicaChurch]

Thank you! Great to hear from someone else who has had a good experience too

[@noorakhan8342]

​@@MonicaChurch I get veneers 5 days ago but its still paining

[@jennywhut]

@@noorakhan8342 Are you happy now?

[@afrozaislam-ev9wr]

Can you please give me clinic address.

[@afrozaislam-ev9wr]

Can you please give me the clinic address

[@nicodemusfleur]

It’s your money to do with what you will, and I’m glad you’re happy with the results, but a lot of the things you said about what fed into your decision (comparison to people around you, insecurity about your appearance in general, unhappiness in other areas in life) will still exist in the future, and often won’t *really* be able to be solved by a physical change or by buying something etc. All to say: you invested a lot into the physical change, and from your other videos you invest a lot of money into your surroundings, so you may also want to consider investing in the mental aspect as well since you have the means to do so. I mean that all as a positive suggestion too - I’m a big advocate for feeling good about yourself, but it’s often much easier for people to try to wallpaper over deeper insecurities by doing some retail therapy or something, when in reality the wall underneath is unstable and is really the thing that needs some TLC.

[@salb8275]

Wow, well said!!! It is ultimately anybody’s choice, but after going thru braces twice in my life, her “before” teeth looked pretty dang good!!!!

[@galbulbul]

Yeah, she is still young and beauty, how will she gonna feels after 35? When you really start losing control over your appearance and your face is changing no matter how hard you try. She will be desperately insecure 😟

[@priscillavillar9402]

Seriously what a hateful comment who cares what she will do in 35 years maybe she will just live in the present and enjoy herself! Life isn’t forever live in the present moment! 🥱🥱🥱

[@LovedHappy]

Always appreciate how open and honest you are on here.😊 You look beautiful!❤️

[@MonicaChurch]

Thank you!

[@didine256]

She's always beautiful 😍

[@XRyanK]

As someone who has had and accident where I lost two front teeth and a side tooth... The fact you let them grind away your almost perfect and super healthy teeth for a small aesthetic upgrade really saddens me

[@ashleylala4293]

“I was in LA and I was just unhappy with everything in my life. My videos, my appearance, my personal life”. YEP! Welcome to LA!! The most superficial place on earth, it really takes a toll on the ol’ psyche. 😂

[@rycliffmc]

Wow, I’ve been following you for a few years now and I’ve always been jealous with how you look and how confident you are. Never once thought about your teeth. So it’s very refreshing to see that even people who we admire have insecurities about themselves as well and to not be so hard on myself, because, what I might hate about myself maybe something you like about me. ❤️ Thank you for sharing and your honesty!

[@MonicaChurch]

Thanks Ryan! Everyone has things that bother them for sure! I think it's important to draw a line between what you are ok with changing and what you should just "let go". Overall not being too hard on yourself but also changing something if it really bothers you and you know you'll be happier with that change!

[@Flnativegal]

I appreciate your video since I am starting this process. Are you still happy after 3 years?

[@Soccerroxz10]

We always want what we don’t have. We’ll never be truly satisfied in this world. And that’s just human nature.

[@interfearance3269]

nah im satsified with myself. this is truly baffling. If i was a trillionare i would not get any of this shit done. You can tell that everyone who gets veneers is coping hard

[@Soccerroxz10]

@@interfearance3269 I mean I’m the same way as far as physical appearance goes. It’s just not worth it to me to change anything, but I won’t judge someone else for doing it. Even if it’s not physical appearance, there’s other areas of life where we aren’t completely satisfied. That’s all I was trying to get at. It’s normal, it’s human nature to want more, to want different, to want better. We just differ person to person on what those things are.

[@TC-we6rj]

@@interfearance3269 some people just aren’t genetically blessed with good looking teeth, that even braces can’t fix. Sounds like you’re kinda bothered by what other people do with their body tho

[@interfearance3269]

@@TC-we6rj That is like the "some people medically cant lose weight" argument. Im sure it is true for a very, very small minority of people, but most are just misinformed and trying to rationalize their mistake by encouraging others.

[@TC-we6rj]

@@interfearance3269 as someone in that minority I think I can speak for it, especially from experience. The people that call this a mistake are simply worried about what others do with their lives. I don’t think mine was mistake. Bc now I look good af and feel way better about the way that I looked before hand.😭 i just feel like the whole hate on people getting them. At the end of the day, if it makes them happy and more comfortable with themselves then so be it, why are people shitting on that

[@chaveznury]

guys just keep in mind that if you do this your real teeth will need to be destroy in order for them to get perfect, that to me is insane! this is not cheap to do so look for alternatives please

[@Kristendelores]

100%. There are composite veneers that don't alter your teeth as much at least

[@joygernautm6641]

Yup. Just went through over two years of braces but now my teeth are perfect, And most importantly, they’re my own teeth

[@chaveznury]

Joygernaut M that’s awesome! 👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼😊😊😊

[@zsuzsuspetals]

Yes! And dentists LIE about this! I was told that shaving down your real teeth to nubs was the "old" way of doing it. They don't do it that way anymore. I was told that putting veneers on was the same as getting acrylics on your nails. That just like they shave a little bit of your nail, they'd shave only a little bit of your teeth down and then the veneer is just an overlay. NOT TRUE! My temporary veneers split and broke the first day I had them. I saw my teeth underneath and I looked like Sloth from the movie The Goonies. ( you younguns have to google the movie, lol) I almost cried. It was too late. I had no idea how much of my real teeth were filed down. 2 weeks later I got my veneers. They look okay. I'm happy enough. But I don't love them. I don't think I'd do it again. The thing is I originally went to the office looking to get some bonding on my teeth because of the gaps. I got talked into veneers that they were better. I wouldn't talk someone out of getting them. Just know what you are getting into. Also 4 months later, my teeth are still sensitive. I was told two weeks. The dentists of these things are definitely salespeople. So buyer beware.

[@Kristendelores]

Summerafternoon the sensitivity is what scares me the most about veneers. I had to have 2 crowns placed on my molars to replace large fillings from my childhood. My molars were sensitive for at least a year after, they’re better now but I would never have went through it if it was elective. Literally air would hurt them.

[@ajbcreationsmt]

So glad you did what made YOU happy! Life is too short to live it any other way!

[@eastofeden13]

I always imagine getting trapped on a desert island, and not having teeth when the veneers come off🤣🤣🤣

[@kkibela]

I literally base all my decisions on the premise

[@eastofeden13]

katy k it is just a funny example, but you know, i would feel really insecure knowing if these come off and i am not in a position to go to a dentist, my mouth would be useless🤣

[@annafath5383]

Same! All of my teeth have veneers due to medical reasons. That‘s basically my horror szenario 😂

[@eastofeden13]

Anna Fath yes, this is why i dont get why people with healthy teeth ruin them:((( i mean my biggest nightmare is when my teeth fall out, i would cry every day knowing I had my healthy teeth shaved down. My mom has crowns/veneers, but she is 60, and i agree it is awesome for people whose teeth is no longer functioning:(((

[@kelley5816]

Veganwitch LOL! I literally watch The Walking Dead and think, oh man, what if I got veneers before the zombie apocalypse and then needed a touch up after the world went to hell. 🤣 Eh, I suppose that would be the least of my worries. Haha. I don’t have veneers, but I like to think about worst case scenarios for everything. 😂

[@tammyhiggins1013]

I got my teeth done 16 months ago and I love how they look! I had really dark teeth from medication so I got them really white! I am so happy with my decision.

[@kwclove7623]

Hey!! Did you have tetracycline damage too?? OMG. I’ve never met another person that had also. We seriously needed help. Kids laughed at me in 4th grade and high school no one wants to be with the girl with the bad teeth. It was life changing for me. 🌷 Glad you are so happy with your result. 💕

[@happyyourehere]

Monica, I'm so happy you feel so much more comfortable . I'm currently in the process of getting some teeth pulled for my braces and I feel so happy to finally be able to fix my teeth. Teeth can make some people feel very insecure. I understand and I'm happy for you girl.

[@KourttneyL]

I didn’t get my braces off until I was 21. I had Invisalign at 18, and then wire braces at 20-21. I loved the experience. But my teeth are not straight like celebrity straight like you mentioned. My teeth are straight but my teeth are scalloped shaped. I’m extremely grateful for the experience and being able to have my teeth straight. It’s crazy to hear that you thought Invisalign was a waste of time. 🤨

[@quentin_1893]

I’m getting Invisalign next week and when she said that it made me kinda nervous

[@deadicatedscholar7553]

Invisalign are well worth it! Her dislike with her teeth seems like the shape, and size. Veneers are all the same shape and size also straight…. Invisalign will just straightening your teeth no change to shape or size.

[@naritruwireve1381]

It oddly feels really comforting hearing someone else have straight teeth but scalloped shaped teeth and not square. I'm so used to seeing veneers on celebrities that I started wondering if there was something wrong with my teeth's shape even though my dentist never said there was something wrong with its shape

[@jennyrae]

your smile was beautiful before!! it makes me sad that you ever doubted that.

[@Carofos]

No hate. Appreciate you we’re not happy but I’d give anything to have what you had before!

[@lifeuhvriley]

The value in this video is INSANE! Thank you so much for sharing your experience!

[@xAllisonnx3]

"I had nightmares about my teeth falling out." STORY OF MY LIFE. I have had a lot of teeth "trauma" and probably have recurring nightmares about my teeth falling out every few weeks. Back to the video though, this was so helpful. I have a root canal in my front tooth (part of the teeth trauma), and my dentist has been talking about veneers for the last two years or so because he's so concerned it's going to break. Loved how informative this was and definitely something for me to consider :)

[@paulameninato8948]

I got a veneer on my front tooth and it's perfectly fine. Just an FYI. It's been in for 7 years.

[@emtpix]

nightmares about teeth falling out can mean death of somebody..

[@The_Baph0met]

I really appreciate this. I've gone through so many videos, and most of them have all been promotional for doctors offices as opposed to someone personal review. I have been considering getting them for a long while now, so i appreciate this!

[@KaraIsabella]

Honestly, I had to really look at the before and after to see a difference, which is really small. You had great teeth before, and replacing them plus the cost seems like a lot to me. What ever makes you happy tho

[@bloomany]

That’s the problem. We know every little “flaw” we have, but most of the time ppl wouldn’t even see them.

[@reirei4510]

I saw no difference to be honest.

[@bettysmith4527]

Yup, ruined teeth for nothing, she will regret this decision no doubt! I hope her parents are loading up a bank account, not for college, but for the future replacement costs.

[@alyssalanza]

@@bettysmith4527 Betty, idk even know this girl but it takes two seconds to see shorty has a million subs. She has the money. I think it’s worth it if you have been thinking about it for a long time and have the cash for it. Why not life is short

[@Y.Bergamot]

Sorry but you see an obvious difference between the before and after..

[@RelaxedCatWatching]

Well, darling Monica, you’re on the beginning of the roller coaster of constant change. It’ was addictive in me, The only solution I knew of, -when it made me so ill with self-obsession, and I understood what I was doing, and I couldn’t stand the mental madness it caused, was to stop looking at myself (like a addict not using drugs), and then attend to the feelings of emptiness that inevitably have come after a while of not taking the ‘drug’ of not looking at myself. Engaged in that process now, Apart from that, thank you for your very clear description of your experience and learning regarding veneers, as I’d been considering them, due to lots teeth damage and discolouration. Thanks heaps mate.

[@sbragdon212]

Who would've thought that your video on veneers would be the best motivational speech I have ever heard!?

[@wiktoriawabnyc]

Side note: I love your hair!

[@celeste.y7809]

I was thinking that too

[@wendyhutchinson457]

Oh sweetie, I’m so happy for you. I’m 46 and am sporting braces because like you, I always felt self conscious bc they weren’t perfect like everyone else’s (those who’d had braces). Regardless, don’t worry about the haters think/say. I wish people would stay in their own lane. You are beautiful inside and out. Take care. 😊🙏

[@allgoodanimals6769]

Please do not ever get veneers! The reasons are too many to list. Appreciate your own teeth! You can always get braces and then do the KOR whitening treatment. Take it from me, save your real teeth. When you get older you will be happy that you did.

[@arquivohisterico]

she already got veneers... smh whats ur point

[@ProdavackaDivu]

@@arquivohisterico probably to warn young people who are watching this

[@dantan1249]

@@arquivohisterico young people don’t realize teeth don’t come back and change your look forever. Also veneers take maintenance. Just take care of you’re real teeth and keep them as long as possible. Veneers also don’t look good or real.

[@paigeseneca7695]

There are good reasons for veneers however. I am getting veneers because the size of two of my teeth and my front tooth will turn black in future years due to trauma. Everything has consequences yes, but there is always reasoning behind them.

[@Mina-vn4bj]

What about if I have fillings ?? How do you whiten fillings?!

[@AntonWongVideo]

You got veneers. Shelby is getting jaw surgery. I predict a "dental episode" of Millennial Life Crisis...y'know once Shelby can speak

[@zazoo1.075]

who is shelby

[@naomihill5149]

@@zazoo1.075 her twin sister

[@ruthhoward4083]

Monica, thank you sooo much for this video. Your candid honesty and straightforward information is invaluable. I absolutely loved your tips at the end of the video on REALLY knowing what you want. I tend to "leave it up to the professionals", but your suggestions have given me more to think about. Thanks again, you are a beautiful human being!

[@prairiemomof2]

It's kind of you to share such a personal story. Thank you for doing this, as it persuaded me to rethink the whole endeavor. No one at the doctor's office would have been this transparent, so thanks again!

[@Tulku]

I've only got my temps on but this is the most honest video on veneers I've found thus far. Your smile looks lovely!

[@her4931]

I was considering to get veeners but girl when you said grab a pen and write what you like about your teeth and what you dont , the reality finally hit me , i weighed the pros and cons and its better not to get veneers (ps my main problem was the color of the teeth, they look yellowish ) now i decided not to get it ! Very informative video thanks ♡

[@stevenmackey7416]

I'm glad you didn't take the extreme route for such an easy fix.

[@WildVee]

@@stevenmackey7416 Not really an easy fix tho. For some people, teeth are just naturally genetically more yellow - since enamel thickness and transparency is the main reason why teeth look white. Some people have less of it or have enamel that is more transparent, which exposes the dentin layer behind enamel, and that's yellow coloured. Hence the yellow teeth. Not everyone's case is due to coffee, tea or smoking, altho quitting those things can help (IF that's the reason behind an individuals tooth discoloration)

[@bluemackeral]

@@WildVee that's exactly the issue I have- no amt of whitening gel would whiten my teeth because it's not stained- but my enamel is clear & the more yellow dentin color inside shows.

[@WildVee]

@@bluemackeral White teeth are a little overrated in my opinion. Healthy teeth come in many colors and the fact they're healthy is what's most important :)

[@annmariethomas9968]

Well that convinced me to never do that! But it was a great description of the process. They do look wonderful.

[@esAmaranta]

im not interested in getting veneers but i watched the whole video and i loved it :)

[@madeleinesmith8199]

I've been following you for probably about 10 years... since when did you have an older brother! :)

[@you2bevsgoogle]

A long time ☺️

[@bunnymayflower]

Her whole life I'd imagine

[@kirstenmaclellan3182]

I've been following for awhile too and have never heard mention of a brother. An older sister and her twin but def not mentions of a brother, they must not be very close.

[@didine256]

I knew about her twin sister and another sister but didn't knew she had a brother. Was he adopted like a few years ago or what? 🤔

[@jillreys6159]

The first time I heard her talk about him was in a podcast about her getting back together with Ben!

[@Julia.allister]

Yaayyyy a new video ! Thank you for being active and regular in posting videos

[@MonicaChurch]

Trying to post more! Thanks for noticing :)

[@doublen6223]

I had my teeth shaved down to nubs. When I saw what they looked like I almost had a heart attack. I love the finished product I think they look awesome and I’m so happy.

[@cameronbennett8151]

I'm glad she's happy, but I don't understand what's wrong with the "before" picture. It looks so similar to the after.

[@AnelaHiggins]

I got veneers after braces! best choice I ever made. fixed so much more than my smile. now my bite is straight and I don't grind my teeth/wear them down prematurely anymore.

[@Budscer]

17:13 I totally relate. I waited sooooo long to do Accutane, I didn’t realize how much weight would be lifted off of me once I wasn’t self conscious about my skin anymore. As soon as I saw my skin clear, I was like, “Why did I wait this long??” Glad you invested in yourself and are loving the payoff! You look amazing. 💕💕

[@Cath6Rob]

I got veneers in the early's 1990 to correct slightly crooked front teeth that turned dark from root canals (face injury). Flash forward 10 years and I was getting horrible migraines and TMJ. First step neurologist. Second step orthodontist. Third step was 4 years and $5,000 of invisalign, Red, White and Blue (similar to Invisalign) and a permanent brace behind my teeth. Evidently, if the veneers are too thick, your lips can push your other teeth out of alignment. Ugh! No worries, I'm getting 6 veneers next year - just thinner ones. The dentists learned what not to do when I got them. Enjoy! They look awesome!!

[@user-np6tf8zx1u]

Please anyone considering this do more research than this video. In the long run people have many many dental problems because of veneers

[@theshinythings123]

Her issue is she had white marks on her teeth from the Invisalign retainer adjustments and how they would scrape against the teeth when you put it on. She just needed teeth whitening to hide those white marks and her teeth would have looked great.

[@NovaDoll]

alice cai her teeth also she needed them reshaped.

[@xtinkerbellax3]

@@NovaDoll No she didn't.

[@NovaDoll]

@@xtinkerbellax3 Its clear you can't see bye.

[@themango9644]

@@xtinkerbellax3 yea her teeth needed some reshaping they looked a little weird even tho they were straight

[@KristyRadio]

Absolutely do whatever you wanna do, but i think this version looks better than the "perfect" one! It looks like you just have a naturally beautiful smile.

[@brianamartinez5669]

I love how they turned out! My husbands top 4 teeth are veneers and has has them for 10-12 years. He makes me want them!

[@whatever5922]

They look amazing!! I didn’t even notice the difference from video to video (I’ve been watching your videos for years) but now seeing the old clips to your current one you can totally see the difference. They look amazing!! I’m happy you did this for yourself, i’m glad it’s helped you😸

[@danahmarouf9634]

Your confidence is beautiful. Thank you for being so real about this. I’m so happy for you, you were radiating through the screen!

[@hannuhlynn]

to anyone watching this that isn't comprehending... The enamel of your natural teeth is something you cannot get back - ever. NEVER EVER. All veneers will have to be replaced, and considering an age as young as 25 - they will have to be replaced multiple times throughout a lifetime.... it's.... as a dental professional, I could never treatment plan this for a 25 year old.... The most heartbreaking part for this situation is that her teeth look, visually, the same as they did before... only whiter and with no enamel. and now overly exposed to the dangers of caries, fractures. consider this: always chose a dentist that fabricates ON SITE - so that you can adjust shades and see them prior to having them cemented. NEVER jeopardize a healthy tooth for the sheer cosmetic appearance - other than what is recommended by a orthodontic professional. not a general dentist. this is extremely costly both to your purse and to your dental health. every dental professional can tell that they're not natural teeth. your cleanings will be more invasive. you will have to have them replaced. all of them... so that's the same cost over again. PLUS more shaving of the natural tooth. prepare for the pain of 'zinging' -- eventually. for every single one of those teeth. it's such a tragedy.. the confidence felt here... will be so short lived in another 25 years.... when it's FULL upper and lower denture time. OR implants..... another super costly option.... you will be spending thousands on your teeth indefinitely for the rest of your life. this dentist.... saw $$$ when this poor girl walked in.... not her best interest. this is proven 100% at the end of the video, when she realizes that her end results are a product of her own creation... not the dentist... which is how it should be. the DOCTOR should be explaining the options, offering advice to her as to what she should look for and what her mouth does when she talks. bless her heart, all that money spent, all that crying and she still isn't happy.... THE DOCTOR SHOULD HELP YOU LOOK FOR YOUR PERFECT SMILE - this is my opinion. how i want to stress to all in the future to do so -- and how i wish you would have had second and third opinions by other dental professionals prior to this decision... WHY DIDNT YOU READ THE POLICIES BEFORE SIGNING ANY PAPERWORK? HOW DID YOU NOT KNOW?!

[@dianamorais1854]

Absolutely nail it. Wish everybody read this comment ❤️

[@joseedumont3231]

The KZbin ads, are killing me,,,,,since the couple of updates....KZbin puts more and more ads...getting annoying..cuts the flow of thought...with the randomly placed ads 🤦🏻‍♀️

[@MonicaChurch]

I didn’t know they added more! I’ll look into what I can do about that. Sorry

[@joseedumont3231]

Monica Church it’s not you personally,,,but KZbin, they want people to buy the premium KZbin by annoying people like us lol, don’t be sorry, it’s not your fault ☺️, love your teeth by the way, great smile 👍🏻

[@hatchmando4918]

I dont have many ads.

[@NovaDoll]

I don’t have tv and only watch KZbin. So I have KZbin premium. No ads.

[@warholcow]

Preach! Not just here- in general. Damn you KZbin!

[@sadiesmom10]

Two questions! 1) Do you still floss, brush, and get cleanings like normal or is there special care instructions? 2) Is there any kind of follow up or touch ups they will need in the future? Or are they meant to last for life? I want veneers so bad because my teeth are so tiny, so I’m really thankful for this video so I can know what to expect when I eventually get them!

[@helenadaher2619]

Hi!! I have veneers and I have them poorly done before and changed them this month with a decent dentist. Yes you still need to floss everyday (you just won’t be able to floss when using the mock up) and visit the dentist regularly (twice a year as you usually should do). When veneers are done the RIGHT way they are supposed to last for at least 30 years according to studies made in the 90s. Since then the techniques improved so dentists predict veneers should last 40 years at least - again, when they are done by a dentist who has studied and has practice to do them. For instance, I have paid 6,000 Brazilian reais in 2019 for the trash veneers I had and my gums were so swollen and red and the color was so yellow everything was terrible. Now I paid 22,000 Brazilian reais and they’re just perfect. The color, the size, my gums are healthy, my teeth are healthy and everything else.

[@sadiesmom10]

Helena Daher That is incredibly helpful and informative, thank you so much for your response! Glad you were able to get the perfect teeth you wanted :)

[@erinm2936]

I got veneers when I was 18, almost 20 years ago 😬. At the time I was told they last 10 years but I still have the original veneers with no problems. They have yellowed a bit over time and there's no way to bleach them (it just won't work), but overall I think the key to success is a good dentist and being careful not to bite with the teeth with veneers. I know people who have had them break or fall off. My only regret/concern is if I have to pay to have them fixed or replaced. When I got them it was about $1000 per tooth (and I didn't have to pay because my mom worked for the dentist). I honestly don't know how I'd pay to replace them now.

[@voliet6482]

Erin M so even after you have the final ones you can’t eat normally? I’ve had awful teeth my whole life, even when I was a child and my adult teeth came in they were pretty yellow to start with and I thought there was something wrong with me, but evidently that’s just genetics for you 🤦‍♀️

[@erinm2936]

@@voliet6482 I can't remember how long it was painful to eat. I'd say a few months but maybe years. but I'm talking about things like biting into an apple, which I was specifically told not to do. you shouldn't be chewing with your front teeth anyway. maybe i should also note, you typically only get the front teeth done. I have the 4 upper front teeth. If you need major straightening or have other issues top and bottom, there's probably a more appropriate option than veneers. as for yellowing, I don't know if my teeth are genetically predisposed go yellowing. you can still whiten your natural teeth, but you're not supposed to whiten the veneers because it won't work and it risks damaging them.

[@TexasGirl1633]

They look beautiful! I always wanted to get veneers....but am now 60! LOL I had a coworker get them about 20 years ago when they were fairly new and she loved them. I can only imagine how much veneers have improved.

[@kwclove7623]

Get them!! I’m older and who cares? I love having the beautiful teeth I genetically deserved.

[@SaraBethGroover]

I was in Invisalign for 4 years and quit because i couldn’t get a lot of my front teeth to align properly. Even switched to classic braces and both instances put me in SO MUCH PAIN, I literally had a to stop wearing them because it was triggering dread to put them on. My smile looks a lot better than it did when i started but my teeth just wouldn’t move fully “into place”. I’ve planned on getting veneers or implants since then. So I 100% support doing what works for you!

[@Luxury-lr6nh]

OMGGG GIRL!!! I am in PAINNNN!!! I got my top 10 teeth done and like I am on second week and like no one told me this was going to be so painful!!! My whole mouth is aching! I thought that the dentist messed something up.. but watching this helped so much! Thank you!

[@cc2018]

How about your condition now? Still in pain? I’m on the temporary veneers. Hurt as hell.

[@relentlessliving5588]

How are doing now? Was it worth it?

[@nelly7777on]

How are you now? Do you love them?

[@mayacallahan2773]

I am actually so proud of you for making this decision for yourself. It’s hard to know what you really want when everyone is telling you what they want for you! In the end your smile looks BEAUTIFUL and not only that but you look 10x more confident and overall happy!!

[@njd4291]

Yeah, screw the dentist. He doesn't know what he is talking about.

[@ChrissyM232]

For the short term she is happy. Ask her again in 15-20 years, and all the other people she misled

[@marinawright4451]

I am going for my first consult this week and I'm so happy you posted this video because you've helped me so much and answered a lot of my questions!!!

[@MonicaChurch]

I'm so glad!

[@drenny88]

As a guy with his temporaries in, this has been super helpful. Thank you for being so down to earth with entire process. I know others often say “but your teeth were perfect already”, they don’t understand how a small adjustment to your smile can literally bring you huge amounts of confidence. The ability to smile with confidence is undervalued. So go you for saying “f them” and doing what you wanted. I did the same thing and honestly, even with the temps, I’m glad I did. Your description of the process is 100% accurate and has actually been a great help in giving me the right perspective. Beautiful smile - I’m glad you’ve got that feeling inside that makes you happy. :)

[@AdaywithDestiny]

hahahahhahah!!!! That was me the first time I saw mine!!! My Dentist and all staff ran in talking about how amazing I looked and I thought... OMG I have horse teeth. When the swelling went down I loved them. I still get compliments 10 years later and everyone says they had no idea I have veneers.. Go to the right Dentist!! I have seen friends with bad jobs done looking like dentures so beware. I love mine!!! (Also I had no pain, lots of numbing for me, I did not do temps either. I basically stayed home for a week besides shooting a commercial with NO teeth in.. yes I am crazy! lol but I was booked already). Your job was amazing!!! It looks really natural! One thing also make sure you always whiten the bottoms!

[@afmullins592]

THANK YOU for making this video. This is so informative. My husband has wanted veneers for a very long time, but he’s a bit nervous to make the decision and a lot of people have discouraged him from getting them. I love my husband’s natural smile, but I understand how important it is for me to be supportive of my husband’s own happiness. Your journey gave me a lot of insight into how he may be feeling internally and I think this video will give him the information he needs to help him to make a decision that may help him become more confident with his smile. Thank you so much. 💗

[@beautifulone5509]

I can't understand it. Why not fix the teeth you already have instead of ruining your natural teeth?? Its crazy to allow someone to file down your teeth down to stubs and cover with false teeth!! Pure insanity!!

[@themango9644]

You have no room to judge someone

[@13nlsc]

It is. I had six veneers and they are breaking off one by one.

[@eferrie2167]

This video is awesome. This experience is a lot like most people's experience with plastic surgery. So thorough and honest, thank you!! You look gorgeous

[@schoe1600]

I have always wanted veneers and FINALLY someone is talking abt them

[@NovaDoll]

Victoria S There are hundreds of videos about this....

[@jayneread2178]

These are crowns ...not veneers. Veneers are when the front surface is shaved off and a thin veneer of porcelain is stuck on the front. She is talking about crowns whereby the entire tooth is shaved all around the tooth until it looks like a matchstick and a crown is placed over the top.

[@okxydivaaagaming7572]

What a fantastic, informative video. You are an absolute natural infront of the camera.

[@icecubeonfire2769]

It's one of this things where I'm like: definitely you do you but for me all the risks and potential later issues just for a before and after that looks like you got your teeth bleached and your front teeth are more alligned by a mm no thank you... Like what happens if you're veneers have issues and you're not in a situation to pay to fix them? Then again I have no idea how often they cause issues

[@lildasani]

Your so honest about yourself and I'm loving watching your videos you don't hold back and you curse. Everything takes time.

[@AllisonLujan]

I’m in hygiene school and your natural teeth were beautiful but your veneers look amaziiiing😍😍 Your dentist is truly so great at his craft😱

[@MonicaChurch]

Thank you!! Dr Keller is the best!

[@lyzettemaguigad2828]

I am in hygiene school too!!

[@mileenacruz2493]

The shade is perfect it really complements your skin without looking fake I try to get my patients to choose natural looking shades all the time!!!!

[@kitstanwood]

that is really amazing they’ll do revisions for free !! I can’t imagine spending $15k and not liking them. Can’t wait to see your teeth revision in the future vids . They looked great, look great now, but what matters is that you are happy

[@bxfrmca]

She’s flourishing! I love this Monica! I hope you love you too!

[@maggiebuss76]

I could literally watch a 30 minute video of you talking about rocks and still be interested 😂 you make everything so interesting

[@nicemasa7890]

There’s a study that shows if you have a difficulty talk but just smile through, it’ll become lot less stressful. I just got my temporaries this week and could significantly tell I’m so much happier in life! Couldn’t stop smiling. 😊 And yes the only regret I have is not bring it sooner and not watching this video before my appointment. ❤

[@ErikaCorrea]

lol “I was curious what the pain would feel like”. I do that all the time and then wish I took the painkillers earlier. I’m a dental student so this video was super cool to watch. 😁 your new teeth look great by the way!!

[@kara3756]

im so glad your happy. nothing is better than looking in the mirror and loving how you look.

[@joeyc8546]

Your teeth look great! The finish looks so natural. I had to get crowns on my front 6 teeth, so similar to veneers but different. My old teeth were totally worn down and not white at all from root canal treatment years ago so smiling before having the work done was getting more embarrassing. Took 2 weeks for mine cos they did the imprints and got the teeth made so quickly to the right shape and agreed colour with temporary ones bridging while we waited. My temporary ones were about to break by then so phew! It is all about your confidence showing your teeth and the function of them. Good on you getting yours done! I know mine hurt so much when they cut the old teeth down but they were hurting every day anyway and now they are pain free. It does take time for the teeth to settle down but it goes gradually. Enjoy the new ones.

[@jennybon999]

How do you like your crowns so far if you don’t mind me asking?

[@joeyc8546]

@@jennybon999 I love them! Going from painful, worn out, discoloured teeth to natural looking, functional and now very comfortable teeth has been a turning point. Being able to choose the colour, shape and to an extent length of proper replacements is life changing. The bonus is the protection of the crowns means they finally feel like normal teeth again, no electric shocks any more. I avoid sweets and apples as i dont feel confident to risk them so it had made me much more careful not to abuse them. I have been lucky to have a good dentist who guided me through the process and find the best choices and i had a reasonable idea what i was after. They even managed to get ride of the gap between my teeth braces couldnt fix so that was a blessing for how i talk as well. It definitely gives an appreciation for the dentists and what they are capable of these days. The technology is fascinating.

[@catherinenoble6214]

Monica, this is such an excellent video! I don't have veneers, but i got LASIK, and there was so much that I wasn't prepared for (the sound of the drill, the smell of my burning cornea(!)). Also, I totally understand why you wanted the veneers. Your smile was so pretty before, and with the veneers, jt's very professional looking. For someone who's on camera as much as you are, I can understand your choice. Congratulations on a job well done.

[@erinkelligher6313]

Kind of in the same boat, trying Invisalign and whitening before doing crowns or veneers on my top front four. It’s the shaving for me I can’t get past

[@paulette__estefania]

This is SUCH a great video!! You explain everything so well and with so much detail! I currently have my temps on and I look forward to my permanent veneers. Now I know what to expect!

[@koenside]

You deserve this! Smile everyday.

[@rikilebied7159]

You look amazing with the final result. I love them. I am in the process of getting veneers this year and this video was extremely helpful. Thank you for making it. 😊

[@chloebrown1336]

That's exactly how I felt when I go my braces off! I started crying because I hated them but it's just because my mouth was weird & they just looked so different.

[@fanforever2009]

Hi Chloe!! Did you grow to like them afterwards?? I'm about to get mine off this month but I'm so scared I'm not going to like my teeth:(

[@kaitscott5768]

Yes! Thank you for doing this!! I have been considering saving for veneers and haven’t found any good videos about it!

[@Krista16K]

I 100% agree with what you're saying. My laterals, naturally, are only slightly shorter than my front teeth and Im glad they are like that. Even if you left them the way they are now tho they look awesome.

[@chrisi8605]

I genuinely love your teeth now!! This look is amazing on you!!

[@rebertranch]

I’m getting my veneers this Thursday and I’ve been a ball of nerves! I’m getting my top 8 as well, You defiantly put me at ease!! Your teeth look great!! 💕

[@ElectricBikeReview]

Good luck!

[@rebertranch]

@@ElectricBikeReview Thank you!

[@jennywhut]

Are you happy?

[@rebertranch]

@@jennywhut I am. My confident level has defiantly risen. I do still have the scares of my teeth breaking. I make sure not to bite into anything to chewy or hard. I break it with my fingers or fork first then take a bite. But I'm so happy I did it.

[@jennywhut]

@@rebertranch Thanks for your answer. Unfortunately, I had bad experiences with composite veneers and had them removed. Unfortunately, the entire appearance of my teeth was changed and too much of the enamel was removed. I no longer feel comfortable in my body and I think it will be similar to yours with ceramic veneers. I'm sure I'll have the fear of biting into something. Especially at the beginning. Ceramic veneers were recommended to me because of the aesthetics and the loss of enamel. I hope I'll be as happy with it as you are. Thanks also for your video. That helped me alot. Very interesting!

[@BodiSlim_Training]

This is absolutely fabulous your whole video/review - im currently in process getting either veneers/lumineers or composition - THANK YOU

[@SarahDempz]

Wooooow I never noticed your teeth before hand but holy crap! They look incredible on you!!! Congratulations on doing this for you! You can notice the little pep in your confidence!!!! 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@daniosull1994]

I can see how much happier you are!!

[@jonahwagoner]

I appreciate how detailed and unabridged this was. Thank you for being so thorough with explaining your experience!

[@AubreyFite1]

I had to take Percocet after getting my wisdom teeth out and I was so surprised! The extra-strength Tylenol or whatever they started me with made zero difference and it was so painful.

[@gracecalvello4698]

I got my wisdom teeth out on Friday. I’m going through that now. It’s the worst. I’m taking all the meds, but it’s still so painful.

[@AubreyFite1]

@@gracecalvello4698 ugh I feel you 😣 see if they have a suggestion for a different type of medicine that might work better for you. other than that, lots of apple sauce!!

[@gracecalvello4698]

@@AubreyFite1 Thanks! I changed up the meds and have been eating soft foods. Starting to feel like myself again. Have a good day!

[@L1feWithEm]

Monica: Hey bro, can you send me a pic of you smiling showing all your teeth. Bro:

[@sasabowtie9543]

I'm honestly, so happy for you. When I got my braces off for the first time, I felt the exact same way, It was actually life-changing.

[@Jeroen74]

You don't have to feel bad about making a freaking long video 😁 I actually like your sitdown-and-lets-talk video's. I think your voice is very pleasant and you have a knack for telling your stories in an interesting and engaging way. I cannot think of any other KZbinr that I can listen to for 30 min straight and not be bored 😁

[@MascaratoMidnight]

Monica, YOU ARE AMAZING. FIrst video of yours I've ever watched. LOVED it. So well spoken. So entertaining. So relatable. I SO MUCH want beautiful teeth. In fact, I've thought about just getting all mine pulled so I can have dentures. Mind you, there is nothing WRONG with my teeth. I'm just not confident with them. So this was great!!

[@cherielovemakeup]

Watching this video has helped reaffirm my desire to never have this done lol. But this was actually helpful. Thanks Monica!

[@survivingval]

Love love love your vulnerability. Obviously this is how you make a living but you’re genuine with what you’re sharing. I appreciate this