{"id":310,"date":"2023-05-04T05:01:40","date_gmt":"2023-05-04T05:01:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.silvercreekdentistry.com\/blog\/?p=310"},"modified":"2023-06-22T20:49:36","modified_gmt":"2023-06-22T20:49:36","slug":"how-to-get-the-most-out-of-your-new-veneers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.silvercreekdentistry.com\/blog\/2023\/05\/how-to-get-the-most-out-of-your-new-veneers\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Get the Most Out of Your New Veneers"},"content":{"rendered":"
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If you\u2019ve recently received veneers, you\u2019re probably feeling pretty ecstatic to finally have the picture-perfect smile that you\u2019ve always dreamed of! And better yet, your new smile is certain to boost your quality of life and open all sorts of doors to new and exciting opportunities. But you might be wondering what you can do to ensure that you\u2019re getting the most out of your new veneers; though they are surprisingly resilient, they aren\u2019t meant to last forever. Here\u2019s more from your dentist<\/a> about veneers and their expected lifespan, along with some tips to help you keep yours in great shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

A Closer Look at Veneers & Their Lifespan<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

To understand how you can fully maximize the potential of your veneers, it\u2019s helpful to know a little bit about them and their expected lifespan. Veneers are often made from durable dental porcelain, which can be colored to perfectly match the shade of your natural teeth. Once they\u2019ve been bonded to the outer surfaces of teeth, patients unlock an immediately improved smile in terms of appearance and functionality to a certain degree.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But veneers aren\u2019t designed to last forever; though robust and enduring, their lifespan tends to max out around 15 years or so. That\u2019s not to say they can\u2019t be replaced after a while\u2014in fact, teeth that have been treated for veneers must always have the coverings on them, for their protection. But the fact of the matter is that factors such as where the veneers were placed combined with the lifestyle habits of the patient, ultimately determine just how long they\u2019ll remain intact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tips for Making Your Veneers Last<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The bottom line is that with a little knowledge and diligent maintenance, you can easily get several years out of your new veneers. Consider the following tips:<\/p>\n\n\n\n