How to Maintain the Natural Look of Your Dental Veneers

If you're worried about your teeth looking fake with porcelain veneers, you may be surprised to learn that porcelain dental veneers can restore a dramatically more beautiful — yet still natural-looking — smile that you can feel confident about. Not only can porcelain veneers be custom-created in almost any shade, size, shape, and other attribute that you desire, but they also have an inherent translucence that mimics the quality of real teeth for an even more natural appearance. Whether you are looking to give your smile a brighter shade of white or correct other cosmetic dental concerns with veneers, you may be wondering how to care for your restorations to keep them looking as good as they do on day one. 

For most people, caring for porcelain veneers is as simple as continuing their daily dental and oral hygiene routines, though extra care may be taken to avoid damaging or discoloring veneers — like skipping out on staining foods and beverages and wearing protective appliances during high-risk activities. Here, Frisco, TX cosmetic dentist Dr. Ernest De Paoli and our knowledgeable team at Advanced Smiles provide helpful information on how to keep your veneers looking bright, natural, and healthy for longer. 

 

What can porcelain veneers help with? 

Porcelain dental veneers are exceptionally versatile and offer a convenient way to boost the appearance of your smile. Technically speaking, porcelain veneers are considered cosmetic dental restorations, but they can also help improve comfort and even enhance certain functional abilities, like eating and speaking properly. Some of the most common dental problems that porcelain veneer treatment can be used to address include:  

• Chipped teeth 
• Gaps between teeth 
• Short teeth 
• Uneven teeth 
• Stained teeth 
• Discolored teeth 

When porcelain veneers are placed over the visible surface of the affected tooth or teeth, cosmetic imperfections like those listed above can be concealed, allowing patients to enjoy a more attractive and uniform smile. While placing the veneers, Dr. De Paoli will make precise adjustments to ensure your new smile looks and feels as natural as possible. 

 

How can I prevent staining on porcelain veneers?  

Like natural teeth, porcelain dental veneers can stain or become discolored, though they are designed to be highly stain resistant. Still, patients should avoid things that stain porcelain veneers to keep their smile looking its best for as long as possible, including:  

• Coffee 
• Tea 
• Red wine 
• Tomato sauce (red sauce) 
• Beets 
• Smoking 
• Tobacco products 

When you do consume staining foods and beverages, be sure to rinse your mouth as soon as possible afterward, and, of course, keep up with your daily brushing and flossing. It is important to note that porcelain veneers cannot be whitened, so proper care and considerations to avoid staining veneers are essential. 

 

Do I need to do anything special to maintain porcelain veneers?  

Again, care tips for porcelain veneers are similar to general dental hygiene guidelines — such as brushing twice daily and visiting the dentist for regularly scheduled exams and cleanings. Some additional considerations to help avoid damaging or compromising dental veneers include:  

• Do not bite your nails 
• Do not chew ice 
• Do not use your teeth as tools 
• Wear a protective night guard if you clench or grind your teeth while sleeping 
• Wear a protective athletic mouth guard during high-risk sports and other activities 

During your initial consultation and ongoing follow-up appointments, Dr. De Paoli and our team of dental specialists will review dental veneer care tips and other important information in greater detail to ensure you can enjoy your smile upgrade with veneers for up to 10 – 15 years or longer. 

 

Give your smile the VIP treatment with porcelain veneers in Frisco, TX  

Don't settle for an average smile any longer. Take the first step toward getting the celeb-worthy smile you've always wanted by calling our Frisco, TX dental veneer specialists at Advanced Smiles to schedule your consultation with Dr. Ernest De Paoli today.