{"id":278,"date":"2021-02-18T14:04:20","date_gmt":"2021-02-18T14:04:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.drdann.ca\/blog\/?p=278"},"modified":"2021-02-18T14:04:20","modified_gmt":"2021-02-18T14:04:20","slug":"maintaining-your-veneers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.drdann.ca\/blog\/2021\/02\/18\/maintaining-your-veneers\/","title":{"rendered":"Can You Still Get Cavities with Porcelain Veneers?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Having your smile upgraded with porcelain veneers<\/a> is all the more reason to maintain excellent oral health. Because they are always present in your mouth, bacteria pose a constant threat. However, can they still damage your teeth if you\u2019ve received veneers? Continue reading to get the answer and discover how maintaining your veneers can help keep your teeth and gums healthy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

A Look at How Porcelain Veneers Work<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Although veneers are made from durable ceramics, they aren\u2019t indestructible. While they can successfully mask imperfections, veneers can still be damaged if there is dental negligence. It should also be noted that they can\u2019t stop cavities from forming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Cavities Can Form with Veneers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Whenever you eat or drink beverages (other than water), oral bacteria are attracted to any leftover debris. If allowed to linger, they can eventually form plaque. The acids released by the plaque contribute to tooth decay (cavities).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the groove-free surface of veneers makes it harder for bacteria to accumulate, it doesn\u2019t cover the entire tooth. Thus, the microorganisms can cling to the other parts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Cavities Can Affect Teeth and Veneers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Untreated, a cavity only becomes worse, as it bores deeper into the tooth. If treated soon enough, a filling will usually suffice. However, if it\u2019s ignored, a more complex root canal may be required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Because veneers rest on the teeth, if there is tooth decay, the fixtures have to be removed so the tooth can be treated. This amounts to an added and unnecessary cost and a compromised smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Protect Yourself<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s far easier to prevent cavity development than it is to receive restorative care. Follow these steps to maintain a healthy smile:<\/p>\n\n\n\n