You’ve taken the plunge—you got veneers, and you love them! You don’t regret your investment at all, especially when you look in the mirror, but you may worry about getting the most out of your treatment. Although veneers generally last a long time, you don’t want to cut the ride short and feel like you didn’t maximize them. So how can you take full advantage of your veneers and make them last? Follow these three simple tips.
Keep Your Veneers Clean
Composed of porcelain, your veneers can resist staining much better than tooth enamel. Plus, this material will not erode or develop cavities. However, the teeth these coverings are attached to are still susceptible to decay, and eventually your veneers can fade in color. In other words, if you don’t clean your veneers every day, they will not retain their brilliance and attractiveness for long.
Fortunately, maintenance for veneers isn’t complicated. Just brush and floss your teeth like normal! Regular visits to your dentist’s office for checkups and cleanings can also take care of plaque buildup and surface stains, giving you more time to enjoy your perfect smile.
Be Careful with What You Eat
At first porcelain or ceramic might not seem like a durable material, but it is! It can withstand a decent amount of force for typical biting, but harder foods like nuts, brittles, thick chips, and the like can damage your pristine teeth. Although you may not like giving up certain foods,
When it comes to deeply pigmented foods or beverages like red wine, tomato sauce, coffee, and more, veneers can resist stains only for so long; eventually, discoloration can set in. While you don’t necessarily have to steer clear completely, limiting how much of these staining substances you have can prolong the lifespan of your veneers. Little tricks like using a straw to drink dark soda can also help reduce exposure.
Smile Often
If you want to get the most value out of your perfect grin, then use it and show it off as much as you can! Enjoy your newfound confidence and share a friendly smile with people you see and interact with. You’re sure to find that smiling more often can boost everyone’s mood, but a more self-assured smile can also open doors in your career and your social life. Take advantage of this investment and reap the intangible, sometimes priceless benefits.
In the end, following these tips can help you feel like you’ve spent your time and money wisely. So go out there and truly enjoy your smile while taking good care of it so you can hold onto this amazing feeling for as long as possible!
About the Practice
Brooks Dental is a family-owned and operated dental practice that started in 1959. Today, Dr. Howard Brooks works with his daughter Dr. Stephanie Brooks to provide personalized care for each patient. Blending art with science, they create customized smiles that look and feel realistic, beautiful, and comfortable. If you are interested in learning more about veneers, reach out to us online or call our Winthrop office at 617-846-1811.