Without proper oral hygiene, food particles can build up around or even underneath your veneers. Oral bacteria will feed on these food particles, excrete acid, and cause your natural enamel to decay. This can result in a cavity, even in a tooth that has a veneer.
However, it's crucial to understand that the teeth beneath the veneers are still susceptible to cavities. While the veneers themselves are resistant to decay, the exposed tooth structure, especially at the edges and margins, is not.
Before undergoing the treatment, many of our clients ask us a similar question: will the veneers damage my natural teeth in any way? The good news is that when fitted properly, your natural teeth will stay as strong and healthy as ever underneath the veneers.
Cleaning your teeth under veneers is not much different from cleaning your natural teeth. The key is to maintain good oral hygiene practices. This includes brushing at least twice a day, flossing daily, and visiting your dentist regularly for check-ups and professional cleanings.
Minor cavities may be treated by carefully removing the decayed area and using composite resin to fill the cavity. In cases where the cavity is more extensive, the veneer may need to be removed to properly treat the decay.
So, under the veneers, your teeth might appear slightly smaller or rougher than your natural teeth.
However, decay that goes below the gum line is a more complicated condition. The dentist may need to perform a root canal. Root canal treatment is similar to a cavity filling. Instead of drilling only into the tooth enamel, the dentist will go into the root and remove dead tissue and bacteria.
It's true that, under veneers, the fronts of your teeth aren't as exposed to sugars, acids, bacteria and other things that can cause damage to your enamel, but the rest of the tooth remains as exposed as normal. On top of that, plaque can still grow on veneers, so you have to maintain the surrounding gums too.
Maintaining good oral hygiene practices, including brushing and flossing regularly, is essential to keep your dental veneers clean and prevent unpleasant smells.
Your real teeth aren't protected entirely from tooth decay, so consuming large amounts of soda and fizzy drinks can cause your teeth to turn yellow, which may become visible through your veneers.
Once veneers are placed, removing them and returning them to the original teeth with some intervention is generally only possible. As previously stated, before veneers are attached to the teeth, a tiny portion of enamel is usually removed. Enamel is not a regenerative tissue, meaning it cannot regrow independently.
In California, the cost of porcelain veneers ranges from $20,000 to $70,000. This price may be influenced by the high demand for cosmetic dentistry and the overall cost of living. In other US states like Colorado, Connecticut, and Delaware, the average cost is between $12,000 and $20,000.
To put things in perspective, her teeth have gone perfectly straight and whiter from uneven and misaligned ones. And, veneers are known for their ability to correct such imperfections. Aesthetical consistency: Taylor's teeth exhibit the kind of consistency that only comes with veneers.
Veneers don't actively damage your teeth. However, it's still possible for the natural tooth structure underneath to decay. Therefore, it's important to brush, floss and visit your dentist regularly for cleanings.
Getting veneers is often considered a cosmetic procedure. Most dental insurance providers won't cover the cost of veneers unless they're medically necessary (e.g., tooth damaged in an accident). It's also important to note there may be other costs involved, including a dental exam, X-rays and a dental cleaning .
Yes, veneers are better the bonded fillings in many aspects. First, veneers possess superior stain-resistance than composites. Therefore, they retain their aesthetics for a longer duration. Similarly, veneers, especially porcelain veneers are much stronger and durable than bonded restorations.
Can Porcelain Veneers Cause Gum Recession? No. People with porcelain veneers can suffer from gum recession, but the porcelain veneers themselves are not the cause of lost gum tissue.
One of the biggest issues with cases of "porcelain veneers gone wrong" is that the porcelain veneers and crowns don't look like real teeth because the patient's face shape and coloring weren't taken into account when they are being fabricated, which is how someone can end up with “horse teeth”.
Listerine: Alcohol-containing mouthwashes can harm porcelain veneers. Consider switching to an alcohol-free option. This blog post provides more information about alcohol-free mouthwash alternatives. Toothbrush: Using a hard-bristled toothbrush can damage your veneers.
If a cavity develops beneath a veneer, it may be necessary to remove the veneer to address the decay. Once the decay is removed, the tooth must be treated before a new veneer can be applied.
Porcelain veneers will need replacing every 10-15 years, whereas composite veneers need more regular replacements – usually every 5 years. With the right care, some veneers can last up to 20 years.
Cavities on smooth surfaces are less common, but they're typically right next to your gums (gumline cavity)and the enamel looks whitish or brown. The more advanced the decay is, the different it looks from the previous stage.
While a cavity can't be reversed, tooth decay can usually be reversed if caught in the early stages of the demineralization process. During this stage, good oral hygiene is imperative to restoring the minerals in your teeth to halt decay.
When bacteria builds up around the gum line, it creates a layer of plaque – a soft, sticky, colorless film that can be removed by brushing and flossing. Untreated plaque can harden and turn into calculus, which requires professional cleaning to be removed. Tartar turns black as a result of being stained.