Veneers Canton

Is There Anything I Can’t Eat with Veneers?

While your temporary veneers are in place, you will need to stick to soft foods, like plain yogurt, smoothies, and applesauce. Once your final ones are secured, however, you can go back to eating all of your favorites again. The only exception is extremely hard, crunchy, and sticky foods. Caramel candies are a perfect example of something to avoid since they are packed with sugar, the crunchy coating can chip a veneer, and the chewy inside can dislodge one out of place!

Will I Still Be Able to Drink Coffee with Veneers?

Yes, you will still be able to drink coffee with veneers! In fact, you can drink this caffeinated beverage without worrying too much because the materials they are made from are stain-resistant. As your dental team, we simply ask that you do your best to enjoy coffee the “smile-friendly” way, which includes not adding sugar and drinking water simultaneously!

Do Veneers Give You a Lisp?

At first, you might be hyper-aware of your veneers, resulting in an adjustment to your speaking patterns. Don’t worry – this is only temporary, and you can adjust to the learning curve quicker if you practice. Plus, many patients don’t experience any changes at all! Simply put, you shouldn’t let the fear of a temporary lisp stop you from pursuing the smile of your dreams.

Is It Painful to Get Veneers?

In addition to changes to their speech, many patients are a bit concerned that the treatment process will hurt. There are a few reasons that’s not the case. First, we will numb your mouth while we prep your teeth to ensure you don’t feel any discomfort. Second, we will provide you with aftercare instructions to help prevent something called “bonding sensitivity.” We’ll also provide you with helpful tips while you have your temporary veneers – like which foods to eat and avoid – to ensure every step of your smile transformation is as smooth and stress-free as possible!

How Many Veneers Will I Need?

Some patients need 12 veneers. Other patients need only one. The number we recommend for you will depend largely on your aesthetic preferences and smile goals. For example, if you want a dramatic transformation in order to conceal chips, gaps, and stains, 8-12 veneers may be necessary. If, on the other hand, you want a more subtle transformation in particular teeth, then one or two may suffice.

Is There Anyone Who Shouldn’t Get Veneers?

You might be surprised to hear that the answer is “yes!” While veneers can cover small gaps, they aren’t capable of addressing moderate cases of malocclusion. If that’s the case for you, then we will need to explore your other treatment options, like Invisalign. Similarly, patients who have tooth decay, gum disease, and other existing oral health problems need to have them addressed before we can begin the process of transforming your smile with veneers. Simply put, there are some cases where a patient isn’t a candidate, but – if that situation arises – we can find another way to give you the healthy, happy, and gorgeous smile you deserve.