When you receive a new look for your smile with porcelain veneers from Sutton Advanced Cosmetic Dentistry on the UES, you want it to last for many years to come. Our veneers are hand-crafted and made from superior porcelain materials, which can last for many years when maintained. The good news is that porcelain veneers do not require any extra at-home maintenance – they are just as easy to care for as natural teeth. If you follow our tips for taking care of your veneers, you can maintain your new smile for 10-20 years or more.

Patients often choose porcelain veneers treatment because it is a quick and effective method to enhance a smile, increase the functionality of the mouth and improve overall confidence. Our top-rated team of cosmetic dentists at Sutton Advanced Cosmetic Dentistry (conveniently located on the Upper East Side in Manhattan) work closely with each patient to design and place porcelain veneers that look absolutely stunning.

HOW TO TAKE CARE OF PORCELAIN VENEERS

While porcelain veneers are made from human-made materials, the cosmetic dentists at Sutton Advanced Cosmetic Dentistry recommend you take care of your porcelain veneers the same way you would take care of your natural teeth. Porcelain veneers are highly durable and stain-resistant, but still require cleaning and routine care to keep them beautiful. In order to maintain porcelain veneers, be wary of your sugar intake (in excess, it may cause erosion of the veneers). Here are some other tips:

1. BRUSH YOUR PORCELAIN VENEERS TWICE A DAY!

It goes without saying that brushing your teeth is crucial to maintaining natural teeth, as well as porcelain veneers. Porcelain veneers are made from high quality, durable medical-grade material that still requires daily upkeep and maintenance. It is important that you brush your teeth / veneers daily, at least twice a day.

2. FLOSS, FLOSS, FLOSS…

In addition to brushing twice a day, it is crucial that you floss your teeth once a day to keep veneers unobstructed by food or other debris (and of course, to practice basic oral hygiene).

3. USE MOUTHWASH DAILY

Mouthwash is an effective method to protect your teeth from decay and other forms of erosion that can occur in both natural teeth and veneers. If mouthwash is not already part of your daily routine, start doing it now to protect your teeth from potential enamel damage.

4. A TOOTH-FRIENDLY DIET IS EVERYTHING!

While you should already be maintaining a teeth-friendly diet to care for your natural teeth, it is equally as important to do so with porcelain veneers. Veneers are renowned for their stain-resistant abilities, but that does not mean they are invincible. It is important to take care of your porcelain veneers by maintaining a diet with minimal sugary food intake or dark colored / staining liquids (red wine, coffee or tea), as regular, long-term use of these foods may cause the veneers to stain. It is fine to consume these foods in moderation.

5. GO TO YOUR YEARLY DENTAL CHECKUPS

It is widely known that porcelain veneers are a durable and long-lasting option for cosmetic dental treatments, but it is still necessary that you attend the suggested yearly dental checkup with our porcelain veneers dentist. This will greatly help with the upkeep and lasting results of your veneers.

If you would like to schedule an initial consultation or have any questions regarding porcelain veneers, please feel free to reach out to our Upper East Side dental practice. We welcome any questions you may have, so please drop us an email or phone call to schedule a consultation with our award-winning cosmetic dentist. For more information or to arrange a cosmetic dentistry consultation at our New York (Upper East Side, Manhattan) office, please feel free to contact us and keep smiling!