It's crucial to brush your veneers — and teeth — twice a day. We recommend reaching for a non-abrasive toothpaste that's free from gritty ingredients like baking soda and charcoal. And use a soft-bristled manual or electric toothbrush to ensure a thorough yet gentle clean.
Caring for your veneers is simple! All you need to do is brush and floss regularly. Avoiding stain-inducing foods and beverages, like coffee, red wine, and deep-colored berries, can help ensure that your veneers don't stain over time.
Use nonabrasive toothpaste and either a manual or electric toothbrush to brush your teeth at least twice a day; ideally, you should brush after every meal. Floss. Floss at least once a day to remove particles caught between teeth and to protect the health of your teeth, veneers, and gums.
Porcelain veneers are durable dental restorations designed to withstand normal biting and chewing. If you have veneers, you should be able to chew gum without a problem. Gum isn't sticky enough to threaten the integrity of your veneers.
The ceramic veneers attached to your teeth are extremely thin – so thin, you can often see through them before they are attached. After the veneers have been installed and the mouth has healed, most patients can't even tell the difference between the veneers and their natural teeth.
In short, porcelain veneers themselves cannot get cavities. However, the teeth they adhere to are still subject to decay, which is why it is of the utmost importance that you maintain a solid oral hygiene routine following your procedure.
Yes, you can use an electric tooth brush on veneers. Care should be take not to brush too hard and to use gentle pressure for up to 3 minute until the teeth are clean. If you want to have a set of smile-ready teeth, it's important to keep to a good oral hygiene routine.
Keep in mind that veneers are permanent and require preparation (light shaving) of your natural teeth. Once you receive them, you can't go back to your natural teeth.
Plaque can dull their beautiful shine and color. More importantly, brushing will help keep your teeth healthy below your veneers.
No, veneers do not cause bad smells in your mouth. Foul smells can develop around the edges of veneers if you neglect your oral hygiene. We'll explain how and why that happens and — most importantly — what you need to know to make sure it doesn't happen to you.
Injury Or Damage
Your tooth may turn discolored if there was damage to the dentin, the inner tissue, or an accident. Damaged dentin turns yellow, giving the veneer the impression of discoloration when, in reality, the natural tooth beneath is the culprit.
On average, porcelain veneers may last up to 15 years, while composite resin veneers typically last up to 7. However, with proper care, you may be able to extend this life expectancy.
But guess what? Porcelain veneers do — or just about, anyway. Dental porcelain is highly stain-resistant, meaning that your veneers will maintain the same beautiful, bright white shade for years after their application. That's why many patients think of them as a permanent teeth whitening treatment.
Caring for porcelain veneers is straightforward and requires little thought outside of your traditional oral hygiene routine. As long as you're brushing your teeth twice daily and flossing once a day, you'll be able to keep your porcelain veneers in good condition.
Mouthwash will damage veneers if it is alcohol-based. Alcohol softens the bonding that makes your veneers adhere to your teeth. Alcohol-free mouthwash will not harm veneers.
So, to summarize, if you have cavities, gingivitis or broken teeth, you are not a good candidate for dental veneers. No dentist can place porcelain veneers on teeth or gums that are not healthy. However, if you treat and correct these problems, you will become a perfect candidate for veneers.
In fact, many ingredients in whitening toothpastes are abrasive and can be too harsh on porcelain veneers. With repeated used, whitening toothpastes can create areas of damage on the surface of porcelain veneers, which can actually trap pigmentation and cause veneers to look discolored.
The short answer is no.
Nothing will happen to your teeth as long as you take care of your veneers – which is easy to do. Having said this, decay can still occur if veneers aren't installed properly, or you neglect your dental hygiene.
Veneers do not stain as easily as the natural enamel found on your teeth; however, they can still become yellow or discolored over time. Surface stains can develop after prolonged exposure to highly pigmented drinks such as red wine and dark coffee.
For most problems such as diastema and severe discoloration or even chipped and cracked teeth, porcelain veneers are still the way to go. Note also that while Lumineers and other no-prep veneers cost less up front, they have less longevity which translates to a higher cost of ownership in the long run.
Dental crowns are typically the best option if your tooth is very damaged, has a large filling, or has undergone a root canal, since the tooth enamel is more compromised and will need better protection. Porcelain veneers, on the other hand, are best for purely cosmetic purposes.
One of the best things about veneers is that they are incredibly durable. Most veneers are made of porcelain, which you may think of as delicate material when you think of porcelain dolls or the like. However, when the thin porcelain veneers are bonded to your teeth, the materials becomes as strong as your real teeth.