Essential Tips For Maintaining Perfect Veneers

Selecting veneer shade at dentist
Article Written By Research Contributor, Medically Reviewed By Dr. Amat Alwahab Albarazanchi
Close-up of dental veneers

What Is Veneer Teeth?

Have you seen those wall posters in the office of your neighborhood dentist with the patients showing off their Hollywood smiles that were crafted right in the clinic? In certain other banners and leaflets, you may have also noticed the dentists holding shell-like thin coverings, usually of about 1 millimeter, that are custom-made with high-quality materials called ‘Dental Veneers’ to hide smile imperfections in patients by placing these restorations on the frontal part of their teeth. 

Dental Veneers are versatile aesthetic treatments that opt for a plethora of teeth concerns and dental flaws. Why are Dental Veneers lately gaining so much popularity in Dubai? Veneers have several uses, they indeed help in – 

> addressing discoloration

> covering cracks 

> concealing stains on your teeth

> fixing your teeth gaps

> enhancing the appearance of your smile

> hiding broken, misshapen, and misaligned teeth

> camouflaging irregularities in teeth shape/size

Veneer teeth are placed after a dental consultation with the practitioner wherein, the dentist studies the patient’s teeth alignment, understands their smile makeover needs and dental goals, and finally, evaluates if veneer treatment is right for the patient and whether it can fulfill the patient’s specific requirements or not. 

Veneers are of different types and each type is distinguished by the dental imperfections that it solves, the treatment cost, the kind of material that is used in the making of Veneers, patient outcomes in every case, and the maintenance that’s required. Porcelain Veneers are created in dental laboratories and have the closest resemblance to your regular teeth, whereas Composite Veneers are made of tooth-colored composite resin material. No-prep Veneers, Removable Veneers, are a few more options you can consider after speaking with your dentist. 

During your Veneers appointment at the clinic, your dentist runs you through a couple of steps in the Veneers treatment procedure such as – 

  1. Removing a bit of your natural teeth enamel to prepare your teeth for Veneers placement
  2. Obtaining your teeth impressions to send and procure your custom-made Veneers from the dental lab
  3. Educating the patient about the dos and don’ts in veneer treatment, aftercare instructions to be followed by the individual, answering questions on how to maintain Veneers in good shape without letting the natural teeth underneath to decay, when to reach out to the dentist again for follow-up visits and dental emergencies if any, best practices for oral hygiene and general dental health tips
Woman showcasing perfect veneers

Dental Veneers Advantages

The most praised advantage of Dental Veneers by dentists and patients alike is its ability to transform and design your perfect smile. Veneers are best not just for smile makeovers but also for dental flaw corrections. Veneers treatment doesn’t take much time, the procedure happens in a short duration of time to place the Veneers so you may not need many clinic visits to complete the entire process. Veneers offer long-lasting effects, i.e. they are usually irreversible as they involve mild removal of a layer of your tooth enamel. Veneers, if maintained well and in proper condition, are stain-resistant and an excellent alternative to other teeth whitening options. Porcelain Veneers can be kept in good condition for about 10-15 years and Composite Veneers can last for anywhere from 5 to 7 years. Your dentist may also recommend other treatments first to fix dental problems like severe cavities before going for Veneers. Dental Veneers are very easy to maintain, however, if not maintained properly, they can interfere with your teeth’s health too. A less intrusive treatment indeed, Veneers are super flexible because you can obtain Veneers for just one tooth or many, depending on your requirements. 

Dental Veneers are widely preferred by patients of different age groups in Dubai, as they can last long with just minimal maintenance and fewer follow-up sessions at the dentist’s clinic. Patients indeed appreciate how Veneers have helped transform their teeth’s appearance matching their natural enamel shade quite closely, and restored not just their smile but also their confidence and self-esteem,” says Dr.Amat Alwahab Albarazanchi, Serena Medical Center, Dubai.

Brushing veneer teeth

How To Take Care Of Veneers?

Dental Veneers Treatment is, no doubt, a multipurpose natural-looking dentistry solution. However, due to slight enamel removal at the time of Veneers procedure, your original teeth can look slightly different if you choose to remove your Veneers later at a future point in time. To ensure that your Veneers are preserved in good condition for a long, it’s important to stick to a basic oral hygiene routine and follow the regimen for optimum dental health as recommended by your dentist. You need not take any drastic special measures for Veneers maintenance. After your procedure, just ask your dentist some basic questions like ‘Do you have to brush Veneers?’, ‘How to clean Veneers?’ and so on, for more personalized information.

  • Brushing: 

Use a toothbrush that comes with a soft bristle. A non-abrasive fluoride toothpaste and an antibacterial mouthwash can give great results. Always make sure you floss daily to prevent food particles from getting stuck around the Veneers. Brush twice every day

  • Smoking:

Excessive smoking can be harmful not just to your overall health but also to your Veneers

  • Foods To Avoid:

After your veneer treatment, your favorite coffee can no longer remain your favorite. Avoid overconsumption of coffee, any whitening products, hard items like nuts, and dark-colored foods for the longevity of Veneers

  • What Else To Avoid?

Your teeth cannot be used to open items for you, i.e. make sure you don’t treat your teeth as a tool or instrument to open tight lids and covers of containers. Also, avoid grinding or clenching your teeth as it is bad for your Veneers

  • Follow-up Schedule With Dentist:

It’s always a good idea to keep visiting your dentist at regular intervals to ensure that your teeth and Veneers are in the right shape. Monitoring your dental health from time to time is as crucial as any other full-body general health checkup. In such visits, your dentist can also recommend teeth cleaning and polishing

Woman with bright veneer smile

Conclusion

At Serena Medical Center, we place immense weightage on designing an appealing, brighter, and whiter smile for you with super strong Veneers that can help mask your self-consciousness and your chipped, injured, and uneven teeth. So that you can smile wide with your teeth visible and not closed lips. Want a celebrity-like smile? Veneers treatment at Serena Medical Center awaits you! 

If you would like more such articles on general and cosmetic dentistry treatments, head to our blogs section on the website.

Disclaimer: This piece of content is no substitute for direct medical advice. The purpose and intent of this blog are to just impart knowledge, share general tips, and spread awareness. It is in no way a replacement for any medical consultation provided by professionals. Serena Medical Center strictly recommends reaching out to qualified healthcare providers and medical experts for personalized advice and further information.