Are you over-the-top excited about the idea of receiving porcelain veneers – but you are not too sure about what to expect? You know that your smile will look amazing and that the veneer can camouflage a long list of issues. However, what you’re not so certain about is whether having veneers is going to cause your dental hygiene to become more complicated, how long your smile will continue to look lovely, and associated thoughts. Let’s get to the bottom of these issues (and see whether you already know what’s what) with a quiz.
Quiz: True or False?
- True or False: Once you receive porcelain veneers, you can expect them to last approximately six months before they begin to lose their luster or become damaged.
- True or False: If you want to keep your veneers in excellent shape for as long as possible, you should use a special toothbrush and paste.
- True or False: Veneers will never stain, so you don’t need to worry about discoloration.
Quiz Answers
- False. You can expect your porcelain veneers to last a minimum of seven years or so before they may potentially lose any vibrancy. Fortunately, however, they may successfully last multiple decades.
- False. The soft-bristle toothbrush and fluoridated toothpaste you used before veneers will continue to work successfully for the veneers as well as your natural teeth. (You should floss as usual, too).
- False. While the porcelain that composes your veneers will resist stains, it will not be able to fully avoid them. You can promote a smile that stays nice and white by maintaining your dental hygiene and preventive visits and by indulging in very pigmented foods less frequently.