When your natural teeth become discoloured or the enamel begins to wear down there are a number of options to help restore their appearance. However, none of these methods is quite so dramatic and capable of such stunning results as the porcelain veneer.
Porcelain veneers are specially designed tooth-shaped ceramic caps that not only restore the appearance of evenly sized and beautifully coloured teeth, but also offer a great deal of protection to your existing teeth underneath. This is why they are quite costly, but ultimately extremely worthwhile and effective.
However, some patients do have concerns about porcelain veneers regarding the possibility of them losing their colour at some stage. It has to be said, that in some cases, porcelain veneers will start to lose their colour after about ten to fifteen years. In the same way that natural tooth enamel is susceptible to yellowing and discolouring, porcelain veneers are also affected by the food we eat and lifestyle choices we make. But it is important to remember that you will have fifteen years of beautiful teeth before this begins to happen, and if you pay a greater attention to looking after them with proper cleaning, there is no real reason why they have to discolour at all.
Veneers lose their colour for the same reason as real teeth so by brushing and flossing daily, and avoiding food and drinks that can cause discolouration such as red wine, tea and coffee, it is possible to keep your veneers white for longer. City of Leeds dentists can give you more detailed information about caring for your porcelain veneers so you can keep your smile whiter for longer.
Tags: porcelain veneers
