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Porcelain dental veneers are commonly used as a cosmetic dental treatment. Porcelain veneers are known for covering imperfections perfectly in teeth to improve appearance.
Veneers help patients alter the color, size, and shape, for a better overall appearance, helping them feel more confident and have improved self-esteem. Veneers can last a very long time with the right maintenance.
Here are some tips for maintaining the quality of your porcelain veneers:
1. A piece of maintenance advice for dental veneers: brush your teeth and gums.
Good oral hygiene is a must to ensure veneers last a long time. Brush and floss twice a day to keep veneers in place.
2. Use Correct Way for Oral Hygiene
If you have veneers, use a soft toothbrush, as hard-bristled toothbrushes damage the veneers. People with veneers must also avoid toothpastes that contain strong abrasives.
3. Prevent Gum Disease
Be careful about your gum health if you have veneers, as receding gum lines due to gum disease may make veneers visible and this condition ruins a smile. Make sure you schedule routine dental examinations and see your dentist immediately if something goes wrong with your veneers.
4. Go for Routine Dental Visits.
Visit your dentist every six-months for a follow up checkup to keep your gums and teeth healthy and your veneers in their best shape.
5. Avoid Chewing on Any Surface.
Do not bite down on hard food and objects that are hard and sharp, such as pencils, pens, ice, and fingernails, as these might chip or damage veneers.
6. Never grind or clench your teeth.
Don’t clench or grind your teeth, as it can seriously damage and degrade veneers. If you suffer from bruxism, talk to your dentist in order to find ways to prevent damage to your veneers.
7. Avoid Food-Related Discoloration
The glue that holds the veneers to your teeth is not stain-resistant and when you drink or eat food that has color, it might cause the veneers to discolor.
8. Give Up Smoking
Cigarette smoking will definitely cause your veneers to get stained and discolored, thus make sure you don’t smoke.
Conclusion
While Porcelain veneers can transform your smile and your life, they also require proper maintenance on your part to increase their lifespan. Using the tips mentioned in this blog we are sure your veneers would last a long time to come. Robstown Smiles is here to help you in this journey, ensuring you maintain a beautiful and healthy smile for years to come.