3 Tips For Choosing A Toothpaste If You Have Porcelain Veneers

21 January 2016
 Categories: Dentist, Blog

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Porcelain veneers are typically applied in order to smooth out any imperfections caused by chips and cracks in your teeth. Your dentist will remove some of your enamel from your teeth in order to create a smooth surface to apply the dental veneers on. The key to long lasting porcelain veneers lies in how well you take care of your natural teeth and veneers. Good dental care begins with choosing the right toothpaste. Porcelain veneers are more susceptible to surface scratches. Therefore, using the wrong toothpaste on your dental veneers can lead to scratching and chipping. While your porcelain veneers will not experience tooth decay or tooth sensitivity, your natural teeth will still need to be protected from external elements using toothpaste. Fortunately, there are a few tips that you can use in order to choose the right toothpaste for your porcelain veneers in order to avoid damage.

Avoid Whitening Toothpastes

Whitening toothpastes are often effective because they contain ingredients that are rough against your teeth. While the toothpaste may be able to whiten your natural teeth, they can end up scratching the surface of your veneers. A common ingredient found in whitening toothpastes is baking soda. Baking soda is frequently used in commercial whitening toothpastes because it is extremely abrasive. This allows it to effectively remove surface stains and polish your teeth. These toothpastes may work better when used on your natural teeth. If you would like to avoid staining your teeth while wearing veneers, then it is important to limit your intake of darker drinks. Teas, dark sodas and coffees will leave a deep stain on your teeth.

Look for Toothpastes Designed for Sensitive Teeth

When your dentist first applies your porcelain veneers, enamel is removed from the surface of your teeth. This often results in tooth sensitivity. As a result, sensitive toothpastes will help to reduce and soothe any sensitivity that you may be experiencing. Toothpastes that are designed for sensitive teeth contain ingredients that are gentle against your veneers and natural teeth. These toothpastes effectively remove bacteria and food without causing damage to your veneers. 

Look for Toothpastes with Fluoride

Fluoride is commonly included in toothpaste because it is designed to help strengthen the enamel surrounding your tooth. In addition, the ingredient strengthens your teeth in order to prevent tooth decay. While your veneers will not suffer from decay, the tooth underneath it will. Fluoride is gentle on your porcelain veneers and will help to reinforce weak teeth.

Dental veneers are long-lasting and durable if they are treated with care. Therefore, use these tips to choose a toothpaste that will keep your mouth clean without damaging your veneers. For more information, contact dentists like Samuel D Knight, DDS.