If you are bothered by flaws that litter your smile, there are various cosmetic solutions available to help you feel confident about your teeth. Veneers are a popular solution because of their ability to transform your whole smile. Because they are made from durable porcelain, they are long-lasting. However, you will still eventually need to have them replaced. Here are some signs that it may be time to replace your veneers.
Your Veneers Has Damage
Dental veneers are made from durable porcelain. However, they aren’t completely indestructible. If you notice any cracks, chips, or wearing along the edges of the veneers, you should have them looked at by your dentist. They will be able to determine the severity of the damage and may recommend that you have them replaced with new veneers.
Your Supporting Tooth Is Damaged
To show off healthy, beautiful veneers, you must have healthy supporting teeth. If you have veneers, you can still experience tooth decay from oral hygiene or other reasons. The veneer can even start to separate from the tooth if the tooth is decayed. If your underlying tooth isn’t healthy, you need to have it treated before moving forward with cosmetic dentistry.
Your Veneer is Getting Darker
To adhere the veneer to your tooth, your dentist uses dental cement. It’s very effective but can have the tendency to darken over time. After having veneers for a long time, it can become visible through the porcelain. The best way to address this is to have the veneer and cement removed and have a new one placed.
Your Veneer Has Stubborn Stains
Veneers are resistant to staining, but it can still happen after years of enjoying some common favorites, like coffee, tea, red wine, and tomato sauce. The porcelain used to make veneers cannot be whitened like tooth enamel can. If you have stubborn stains that have darkened over the years, it may be time to have them replaced.
Your Veneers have Rough Edges
When you eat and chew your food, your veneers will naturally take some wear and tear overtime. After all, they are put under a lot of pressure on a regular basis. If you notice that they are beginning to lose their shape, veneer placement could be the next step.
Veneers offer beautiful results, but they don’t last forever. If you notice any of the problems above, it could be time to talk to your dentist about having them replaced. Schedule an appointment with your dentist so you can put together a plan to meet your needs!
About the Practice
At Clear Coast Dental, Dr. Hira Akbar, Dr. William Herr, and Dr. Andrew Luccio work together to treat patients in the New Bedford community. With their combined experience and expertise, patients can get pretty much anything they need under one roof. To learn more about veneers or to schedule a consultation, visit their website or call (508) 812-9294.
