How long do veneers last?

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Properly cared for, well-constructed and expertly applied porcelain veneers can last in excess of ten years.

However, as with any dental work, how well you care for your veneers will affect how long they last and how good they look.

Here are some precautions you can take to ensure that your new porcelain veneers look and function beautifully for as long as possible.

Practice good oral hygiene

While veneers themselves will not decay, the underlying tooth material can, and any damage to the underlying tooth puts your porcelain veneers at risk of loss or damage.

We also recommend, to avoid damage to the porcelain surface, you use a nonabrasive toothpaste. We will provide you with full care instructions and recommendations for your veneers during your consultation.

Protect your teeth from damage

While porcelain veneers are considerably stronger and more durable than your natural teeth, any damage to the veneers themselves or the underlying tooth could cause unsightly problems.

As such, we recommend that you take the following precautions:

• Use proper safety equipment, including a mouthguard, when participating in sports.
• Avoid chewing on or picking at your teeth with hard objects such as pins, paperclips, nails, or ice.
• Avoid grinding your teeth. If you tend to grind your teeth at night, we can fit you with a special nightguard to prevent damage to your teeth and damages to your jaw as well.

Avoid staining

While porcelain veneers themselves are not susceptible to staining, the surrounding teeth and the adhesive that affixes them to your teeth can stain. In some cases, this may create a distinct contrast with your porcelain veneers, which can negatively affect the way they look.

See our page on tooth staining for more information on what to avoid.

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