The answer to this question depends on the type of veneers you're getting.
Understanding Dental Veneers in Barrie
Porcelain veneers are thin layers of ceramic porcelain, created in a dental lab and customized to fit over the front surface of your tooth. With the right care, porcelain veneers can last 10-15 years, sometimes longer.
Composite veneers are made of composite resin material added to your teeth to eliminate small cosmetic flaws. These types of veneers tend to last 7-12 years.
How to Care for Your Veneers
Whether you get composite or porcelain veneers, there are a few steps you can take to help preserve the lifespan of your veneers.
- Daily brushing and flossing — A consistent home care routine of brushing twice and flossing once will protect your smile. Avoid whitening toothpaste as it can be abrasive and scratch porcelain veneers.
- Avoid biting into hard foods — Cut foods like apples and carrots into bite-sized pieces to protect your veneers from damage.
- Wear a nightguard — Protect your veneers from the damage that clenching and grinding (bruxism) does by wearing a nightguard while you sleep.
- Visit your Barrie dentist — Visiting your dentist every six months for check-ups will help protect your smile.
Talk with our team at (705) 728-9922 if you have questions about dental veneers.