While veneers are designed to be strong and resistant, some dietary considerations can help maintain their longevity and appearance.
Protecting Your Smile Investment
Generally, porcelain veneers are quite resilient, but certain foods and habits can potentially damage or compromise their integrity:
Hard and Extremely Crunchy Foods — While veneers are strong, consistently biting into very hard items can risk chipping or cracking. Foods like ice, hard nuts, unpopped popcorn kernels, and rock-hard candy should be consumed cautiously or avoided. When eating such items, consider breaking them into smaller pieces first.
Highly Pigmented Foods and Drinks — Although porcelain veneers are stain-resistant, the dental cement holding them can potentially discolor. Beverages like red wine, coffee, tea, dark-colored sodas, and foods like berries and tomato sauce might stain the edges of your veneers over time.
Sticky or Chewy Foods — Extremely sticky substances like caramel, taffy, or chewing gum can potentially pull at the veneers, increasing the risk of dislodgement. While modern bonding techniques are robust, it's best to minimize exposure to these types of foods.
Avoid Using Teeth as Tools — Opening packages, biting tags, or using your teeth to crack open items can put undue stress on your veneers and natural teeth.
Talk with Our Team
We recommend maintaining good oral hygiene, using a non-abrasive toothpaste, and scheduling regular check-ups. During your visits, Dr. Platt or Dr. Sharpe can assess your veneers and provide personalized advice for their care and maintenance.
Call (952) 469-4588 to book an appointment at Platt Dentistry.