The Blog of Dr. Firouzi Babak, D.D.S.

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Thursday, September 24, 2009

Care of Porcelain Veneers

The average set of porcelain veneers lasts from five to ten years. By following these easy care procedures, you can expand the life of your veneers to beyond ten years:

  • Treat your porcelain veneer just like any other tooth - Brush and floss regularly.
  • Take extra care of your gums - If your gum line recedes, the porcelain veneer may become visible and ruin your perfect smile.
  • Protect your veneer from sharp impacts and heavy forces - Porcelain veneers can be damaged from biting or chewing hard objects.
  • Protect your porcelain veneer when playing sports - It is always a good idea to have mouth protection when playing sports where injury to your teeth could occur.
  • Do not clench or grind your teeth - Clenching and grinding your teeth is a common way to chip or break porcelain veneers.
  • Avoid staining liquids - While porcelain veneers are stain resistant, the cement used to bond the veneer to your tooth can stain. This may cause your tooth to have a stain around the edge of the veneer.


Maintaining proper care of your porcelain veneers is relatively easy and will ensure that you get the most from your investment.

If you live in the Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania area and want more information on porcelain veneers, please contact experienced Pittsburgh cosmetic dentist Dr. Babak Firouzi at the Center for Aesthetic Dentistry today to schedule a complimentary consultation appointment.

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