Helpful Habits For Preserving Your Smile After Cosmetic Work

You may love the results of a cosmetic dental treatment, but if you take poor care of your teeth after receiving it, you could tarnish your improved look. Taking care of your teeth is always important if you want to enjoy good oral health, and cosmetic procedures are intended to have long-lasting results. However, it is possible to cause your teeth to become discolored after having them whitened, and material applied to your teeth to improve your appearance can sustain damage. After undergoing any work that is meant to improve your appearance, you should talk to your dentist about how you can best preserve your results.

Be Careful About What You Eat And Drink

Whitened teeth can become dull again if you consume too many products that can stain your enamel. Color-rich items can leave particles on your teeth that can rob them of their whiteness, and undo the improvements made by a professional whitening procedure. Porcelain veneers are stain-resistant, but they are not impervious, so you may need to limit items like coffee, red wine, and tea.

Cut Out The Use Of Tobacco Products

Tobacco products can hurt how your teeth look, in addition to hurting your overall oral health. Tobacco use also makes you more susceptible to gum disease.

Avoiding Dental Damage

Be careful not to chew on hard substances, like ice, or your fingernails. You could chip your veneer, which would make a replacement necessary. Dental bonding can effectively improve a flawed tooth’s appearance, but the bonding material is not as strong as veneers, and can be more likely to chip or crack if you are not careful.

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Dr. Brian Evans

Dr. Brian Evans, the current owner of Wager Evans Dental, initially worked as a CPA before transitioning to dentistry to make a greater impact on people's lives. He joined his father-in-law to expand a three-decade-long legacy in the northern Nevada community, eventually taking over the practice. Dr. Evans prioritizes a comfortable environment for his patients and stays at the forefront of dental technology and medical techniques through continuous education and advanced training, focusing on oral and systemic health.

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