Tips to care and keep the veneers clean
Are your teeth chipped, stained, worn down, gapped, or misaligned? Veneers are a great option to overcome these problems. Veneers are generally thin shells made up of composite raisin or porcelain bonded to the front surface of the teeth.
The biggest advantage of veneers is, it looks natural and strong when compared to other solutions like dentures. Many celebrities and models have achieved their aesthetics smile through veneers. Although they are a bit costly, they are worth money if you know how to take care of it. When cared properly, they can be used for life long too.
Meanwhile, taking care of your veneers doesn’t need special care. Here are some tips to care and keep the veneers clean.
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Follow good oral hygiene
If you already following proper oral hygiene, you don’t need to worry about caring for your veneers. For others maintaining good oral hygiene is a must.
Brushing your teeth twice a day and flossing is the primary thing to maintain maximum oral health. Poor dental hygiene can result in gum diseases, and cause receding in the gum. Gum receding results in exposure of borders of veneers.
Apart from that, choosing the right toothpaste is important. Many kinds of toothpaste contain ingredients that are very abrasive for your teeth and veneers, and they stain your veneers and teeth too. Even though veneers can withstand pressure when you brush, it is always recommended to choose a soft-bristled toothbrush. After a meal, rinse your mouth once or twice a day using an antiseptic mouthwash.
In addition, visiting your dentist twice a year is recommended. So that your dentist will thoroughly examine your teeth during this time and spot the issues found in the veneers.
Wear a nightguard
Well, this is not for all! If you have a teeth-grinding (Bruxism) problem while sleeping, it is not good for veneers because it creates a lot of pressure on them. On the other hand, it is bad for your jaw joints and teeth too.
Tell about your problem to your dentist as soon as possible, and he can help you with a night guard, often said to be known as an occlusal guard. This is a great device that protects both your natural teeth and veneers.
Do not bite hard objects
Be gentle on chewing, we do not just use our teeth for eating, but also as a tool to cut food packets, opening bottles, etc., some peoples have the habit of chewing hard materials like nails, pens, etc., These are the things that have to be avoided. Besides, excessive biting of ice and chewing bones may result in a break and chip of veneers.
Watch what you eat
You should also be careful about what you eat. Eating raw apples, raw carrots, bone meat, and hard chips also cause damage to your veneers. You should reduce sugar and acid in your diet to prevent decay. Be limit on acidic foods as they wear down your enamel and be sure you are eating natural foods. Foods with added colors stain your veneers easily.
Avoid staining agents
Always beware of staining agents. Stain causing beverages and foods like red wine, coffee, tea, soy sauce, dark sodas, berries, etc., should be minimized. Another main stain-causing agent is a cigarette. You should stop smoking to prevent staining. Leaving the smoking habit is not only good for your dental health but also it is good for your general health.
Nothing will last forever, the same applies to your veneers too. They have to be replaced after some period. Visit your dentist regularly and examine your teeth. He/she will give the best advice about the replacement time of veneers. To enlarge the benefits that the veneers offer, you should maintain it properly by following these methods.
