Secret to Lasting Veneers: Proper Oral Health Maintenance
You finally have that perfect smile you have always desired by the simple procedure of veneers. Dr. David Campbell in White Lake has many tips
for keeping your smile the way it is now. Caring for your veneers at home is not much different than natural teeth. At dental visits, the hygienist may use a different polishing paste that is special for veneers. There are other important techniques to follow that we will discuss here.
Steps to Take to Ensure Proper Care for Veneers
Keeping up with oral health at home is very important for not just veneers but for your regular teeth, as well. Tobacco, wine, soda, and other unhealthy food/drink choices can stain your veneers over time. Brushing should be done at least twice a day, and flossing at least once a day. This will help remove plaque from your teeth and veneers. If plaque is not removed, tooth decay may occur. Limiting between-meal snacks that are sugary can be extra fuel for a tooth to decay. Quitting snacks and tobacco, is not only good for teeth, but for total body health.
Regular visits to your dentist are an essential part of keeping your veneers cared for, but is also important for your oral health. You should visit the dentist twice a year for cleanings and check-ups. You’ll be less prone to cavities and gum inflammation, and it will also give the dentist an opportunity to keep up on the care and maintenance of your porcelain veneers. Any potential problems can be dealt with before they damage the dental veneers in any way.
Something to Ponder: Sonic Toothbrush
Vibrating sonic toothbrushes are excellent in caring for porcelain veneers. Some people get puzzled because many dentists warn against the use of ultrasonic scalers, and they think that warning applies to sonic toothbrushes. But ultrasonic scalers have metal tips that vibrate at ultrasonic speeds. Their problem is that they can nick the margins of porcelain veneers and dental bonding. Sonic toothbrushes, on the other hand, have soft bristles that vibrate, and their effect is to clean and polish the veneers or bonding. Consider a vibrating sonic toothbrush for ultimate care for your veneers.
Maintaining the strength and beauty of your new dental veneers is very simple. Just be sure to stick with an excellent oral hygiene routine, and don’t forget to see our dentist for regular checkups. Contact us today to schedule an appointment or to learn more about veneers/veneer maintenance.