For quite some time, you’ve lacked the confidence that you deserve to have because of the imperfections in your smile. Thankfully, you’ve learned about the amazing benefits of using porcelain veneers to correct your minor flaws. Before you visit your dentist in Peabody to get the smile of your dreams, though, he’s weighing in to answer one of the more frequent questions – can porcelain veneers be whitened? Learn what his answer is as you continue reading.
What are Porcelain Veneers?
Porcelain veneers are thin ceramic shells that are custom-made to mask imperfections in the appearance of your front teeth. Before the process of applying them begins, your dentist will work with you to choose the best color and style to match the contour of your face and appearance of your natural teeth.
After your permanent ceramic shells are placed, you will be left with the perfect smile!
Can Your New Porcelain Veneers be Stained?
After you are fitted with your beautiful new veneers, you’ll want to make sure that nothing hinders their appearance. You may even wonder whether they can stain.
One of the great attributes of porcelain veneers is that they are highly resistant to staining. Thus, you won’t have to worry about whitening them. Furthermore, the latter is not an option when wearing your new ceramic shells. Any attempts to whiten them will leave them looking worn and dingy.
Is There Another Way to Enhance the Look of Your Veneers?
Given that you can’t whiten them, you may be concerned about how you can protect the look of your perfect smile. Here are some simple things to consider:
- Excellent Oral Hygiene – Although your porcelain veneers won’t be subject to decay, your diligence in practicing excellent oral hygiene, which includes brushing and flossing your teeth regularly, still makes a big difference. This is because the health of your gums and underlying teeth affect the way your veneers look. For example, if you suffer from prolonged gum disease, you can expect gum recession to occur, which will greatly change the look of your smile.
- Avoid Foods and Beverages that Stain Teeth – Again, porcelain veneers are highly resistant to staining, but the teeth that surround them aren’t. Thus, if you consume foods and beverages that are known for their staining traits, you risk your other teeth and new veneers displaying a glaring contrast.
- Maintain Regular Dental Visits – A final route you can take for maintaining a beautiful smile is to maintain regular visits with your dentist for cleanings and checkups. At these appointments, any troublesome plaque and tartar that cause decay will be removed, and your dentist will check the condition of your veneers.
With knowledge of how to properly care for your porcelain veneers, you can feel confident that once you get the smile of your dreams, you’ll be able to maintain it for many years to come. To get the process started, just reach out to your local dentist to schedule an appointment today!
About the Author
Dr. Spiro Saati earned his DMD degree from Boston University Goldman School of Dental Medicine. To stay abreast of the latest changes and advancements in the field of dentistry, he maintains membership in several professional organizations. To learn more about how Dr. Saati can help you smile with confidence, visit his website.