Do porcelain veneers require any special cleaning tools or products?
Porcelain veneers do not require special cleaning tools. Regular toothbrushes and dental floss are sufficient for maintaining good oral hygiene.
Porcelain veneers do not require special cleaning tools. Regular toothbrushes and dental floss are sufficient for maintaining good oral hygiene.
Dentist
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.
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.
Bacteria in dental plaque turn sugars into acids. Over time, these acids can make a cavity in the tooth.
Chewing ice with porcelain veneers is not recommended, as it can potentially damage or weaken the veneers.
Using whitening toothpaste with attachments in place is acceptable, but be sure to clean your aligners regularly to prevent staining.
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.
Treatments include bonding, crowns, veneers, root canals, or extraction, depending on the severity.