How Do Veneers Resist Stains?
A review of regular tooth stains is essential to understanding why veneers do not stain. Real enamel is porous, allowing pigments to latch on and create stains. Porcelain, on the other hand, lacks pores, so pigments can easily be brushed off without special equipment or whitening products.
How Should Veneers Be Maintained?
Proper home and professional care is still important to keep veneers looking their best. At home, you should brush and floss every day to minimize buildup of plaque, which can harbor unsightly pigments. Professional cleaning, performed at least twice each year, will further support a consistently bright smile.
If discoloration does affect veneers, patients should avoid whitening products and professional whitening. Instead, patients can ask our dentist about polishing or replacement of their veneers. Regular care can help veneers last for decades. At a consultation with our expert in porcelain veneer in Los Angeles, patients can learn more about the ability of veneers to resist stains.