Can I use mouthwash with fluoride after getting porcelain veneers?
Using mouthwash with fluoride is generally acceptable after getting porcelain veneers, as it can help maintain the health of your natural teeth.
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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.
Bacteria in the mouth feed on sugars and produce acids. These acids erode tooth enamel, leading to the formation of cavities.
Aging, tobacco use, certain foods/drinks (coffee, tea, red wine), trauma, medications, and genetics can lead to discoloration.
They serve as placeholders for permanent teeth. As permanent teeth grow beneath them, roots of baby teeth dissolve, leading to them loosening and falling out.
Wearing a mouthguard for sports is advisable with porcelain veneers to protect them from potential damage during physical activities.
You can consume flavored sparkling water with porcelain veneers, but be mindful of its acidity and maintain good oral hygiene.
OTC products are generally less potent than professional treatments and may take longer for visible results.