{"id":17,"date":"2023-10-10T17:03:15","date_gmt":"2023-10-10T17:03:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.onedentalnewjersey.com\/blog\/?p=17"},"modified":"2023-11-24T17:07:18","modified_gmt":"2023-11-24T17:07:18","slug":"cavity-questions-are-veneers-safe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.onedentalnewjersey.com\/blog\/2023\/10\/10\/cavity-questions-are-veneers-safe\/","title":{"rendered":"Cavity Questions: Are Veneers Safe?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Dental veneers<\/a> have become a trendy solution for hiding imperfections in your teeth. They\u2019re often used to cover chips, cracks, minor gaps, or slightly crooked teeth. Your dentist bonds these resilient ceramic casings to the front of your pearly whites to cover flaws and shield already damaged teeth from sustaining any additional injuries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Because porcelain veneers are finished with a durable glaze that resists breaking and staining, many people assume they\u2019re also cavity-proof. It\u2019d be tempting to let your oral hygiene habits slide if you felt like your teeth were safe from harm! Keep reading to learn why it\u2019s important to continue your regular dental routine even with veneers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Can Veneers Get Cavities?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Cavities develop when acids from the food you eat and bacteria in your mouth wear away the protective outer layer of your teeth, called enamel. Over time, your tooth itself can be penetrated and begin to decay. This can leave the tender pulp and root of your tooth vulnerable to disease, as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Because veneers consist only of a thin layer of ceramic, it\u2019s often assumed that they cannot get cavities. This is indeed true of the shell itself, but it\u2019s not true for the tooth underneath it. Veneers only cover the front surface of your tooth, so it\u2019s still entirely possible for microbes to gather around or under your dental work and cause problems. If you do develop tooth decay, your dentist will likely need to remove your veneer to mend the affected tooth and then replace it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Can I Prevent Cavities with Veneers?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When it comes to your teeth, prevention is the best offense because once damage is done, it can\u2019t be entirely reversed. Your cavity can be filled, but your tooth won\u2019t be quite as strong as it once was. That means caring for your veneers properly is imperative to keeping your mouth healthy, too. You should have a consistent oral healthcare regimen that includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n