Can I consume iced coffee with porcelain veneers?
You can consume iced coffee with porcelain veneers, but be cautious of its potential to stain natural teeth and veneers.
Dr. Susan R. Pan, DDS, is a highly qualified dentist with a long-standing engagement in the field since 1986. She was a recipient of the Dr. Gerald Z Wright Award for graduating first in her class at Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, University of Western Ontario. Additionally, she worked as a clinical instructor for new dentists at the University of Western Ontario’s School of Dentistry and graduated from the Dental School of Sun Yat-Sen University of Medical Sciences. Dr. Pan has received recognition for her exceptional work, as she was consecutively awarded the Diamond Winner for the Readers’ Choice of their Favorite Dentist by the Hamilton Spectator in 2014 and 2015, and was nominated for the same title multiple times in 2007, 2010, 2014, 2015, 2016, and 2017.
Not wearing your aligners as recommended can prolong your treatment and affect the results. Consistency is important for successful Invisalign treatment.
They can cause infection, injury, gum recession, cracked or chipped teeth, interference with oral function, and allergic reactions.
Dental tape with a silicone coating, textured surface, and waxed finish can be used with porcelain veneers, but remove your aligners for effective cleaning between your teeth.
It detects cavities, infections, oral masses, bone loss, and other dental problems not visible to the naked eye.
Prevention is the most important part of managing tooth abrasion.
Choose a low abrasion toothpaste as some toothpastes play a significant role in causing tooth abrasion. The RDA value [Relative Dentin Abrasivity] ranges from 0-250. RDA values of 150-250 are considered the harmful.
Use a soft toothbrush and a correct brushing technique using moderate force.
They apply continuous pressure over time to move teeth in a specific direction, reshaping the bone in the process.