How Long Do Porcelain Veneers Last?

If you are looking for a great way to restore the natural beauty of your smile, perhaps dental veneers are the right option for you. Porcelain veneers in particular offer the exact look and feel of a natural tooth while allowing changes in shape and color. Whether you have extreme discoloration, cracks or chips, separation, decay or more, porcelain veneers can repair these issues and give you the smile makeover you crave.

You may be wondering just how long porcelain veneers last, which is a viable question as they are not a cheap option. Among other materials, like composite, porcelain veneers last double the amount of time as other materials. They also cost double the amount of other materials. On contrary to what you may be assuming, porcelain veneers are not indestructible. They are just as durable as your natural teeth, which means they are susceptible to chips and cracks. So, with that said, just how long do porcelain veneers last? Most dental professionals will say that porcelain veneers typically will last a patient about 10-15 years depending on how well the patient takes care of them.

How to Make Porcelain Veneers Last Longer?

If you’ve decided on the porcelain material for your veneers, then you are aware of the large price difference you’ll be paying as opposed to the cheaper composite material. If you make the decision of investing in this higher quality material, you may be wondering just how to keep them looking stunning just as they looked the day you got them.

  1. Oral Hygiene: This is perhaps the most important way to ensure the strength and appearance of your porcelain teeth. Although there will be normal wear and tear, just like your natural teeth, you can keep them looking great for longer just by brushing twice daily and flossing once a day. Visit your dental professional twice a year for a routine cleaning and exam.
  2. Watch What You Chew: It can be tempting to treat your teeth as tools sometimes. At all costs, try to avoid using your teeth to open things or chew on extremely hard foods. This can cause minor fractures in your veneer or even chips or large cracks if the pressure is too much.
  3. Wear Protection: If you are someone who grinds their teeth at night, it is extremely important to wear a mouth guard to avoid fracturing your veneers through the night. The guard will also help with avoiding headaches for the next day as well! If you play a high contact sport, we recommend spending a few bucks on a sport mouth guard as well to avoid any unwanted accidents.

Porcelain veneers are the perfect option for repairing aesthetic issues with your teeth. Boost your confidence with porcelain veneers and take your smile from embarrassing to stunning. The porcelain material is worth every penny, a great investment for nearly 20 years of great teeth. Be sure to spend time in taking care of your teeth for you and your wallets sake!

Contact Renaissance Dental Center about whether you're a candidate for Porcelain Veneers.

Renaissance Dental Center is conveniently located in Raleigh, NC and services surrounding areas including Cary, Apex, Wake Forest, and Garner

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