David M. Fisher, Jr. DDS Blog

You’ve probably heard that brushing your teeth twice a day is good for you. It’s good for your porcelain veneers, too – unless you’re using certain types of toothpaste. True, porcelain is well-known for being a durable material, but even it has its weaknesses. If you want your dental cosmetics to last as long as possible, it’s important to choose the right toothpaste!

How do you know what to look for? Keep reading; this is everything you need to know.

Porcelain veneers do look impressive. So impressive, in fact, that even celebrities like Martin Freeman and Meghan Markle decided to receive them! Still, they are quite the commitment. Once your enamel is leveled out to make room for the veneers, you can’t get it back, and this is one dental cosmetic that’s not designed to be removed.

So should you get porcelain veneers? That’s up to you, which means it’s time for some investigating. Here are five benefits you can wave your magnifying glass over before making your decision.

For about 15 years now, you’ve enjoyed your flawless veneers. Your smile looks amazing and has given you so much confidence! At this point, although you might not want to think about it quite yet, you need to be watching out for any signs that these thin, porcelain coverings need to be substituted with new ones. Otherwise, you can be left with the same problem you had before—an imperfect smile. What signs should you look for? How do you know it’s time to replace your veneers? Continue reading to find out!

When you get your veneers, it won’t be long before you forget that they aren’t your real teeth. Their strength and beauty mean that they’ll blend in perfectly with the rest of your smile, meaning that you can go through life confident in the quality of your teeth.

However, that can make it all the more shocking if your veneer falls off. While this can be a bit scary, everything should work o1ut just fine if you stay calm. Here’s what you should do if your cosmetics come loose.

In the field of cosmetic dentistry, veneers are unparalleled in their ability to provide patients with an absolutely stunning smile. For most issues you could have with your teeth—discoloration, misalignment, and even small areas of damage—this treatment can address them in as few as two appointments!

Once you have your shiny new smile, you’ll likely want to protect it. You might wonder whether changing your diet could help you in this regard. Here’s what you should know about how veneers will affect what you can eat.

Denture odor can be a frustrating mystery to try and solve. Not only is it sometimes hard to tell why your dentures aren’t as fresh as you’d like, it can be even harder to figure out how to make them smell better!

If you wear dentures and they’re not as pleasant as you’d prefer, here are a few things that could be causing them to reek.

Replacing missing or damaged teeth with dentures is a great way to improve your smile. It can also benefit you in myriad other ways, including boosting your self-esteem, helping to maintain the structural integrity of your jawbone, and of course, allowing you to chew many of the foods you enjoy.

Unfortunately, however, while they are durable, dentures simply do not have the same biteforce as your natural teeth, or as other methods of dental prosthetics such as dental implants or implant dentures. Thus, you should be careful when planning your menu. Here are a few foods that you should definitely skip.

If you wear dentures and have denture sores, you know how tough they are to live with. They make eating and speaking difficult as well as uncomfortable for denture-wearers. But don’t worry, there are ways to ease and get rid of them so you can get back to enjoying your restored smile. Continue reading to learn about some simple tips that you can use to overcome denture sores.

You’ve scheduled your cosmetic dental consultation. At first, you may think you can just show up and see what the dentist says and asks you. However, if you want to make the most of this appointment, you need to come prepared, and you should bring a list of your own questions.

Below are just three examples of thoughtful questions you should be ready to ask your dentist during this consultation.

Dentures are reliable restorations that are frequently used to replace missing teeth and restore some of the wearer’s chewing ability. They have a natural appearance and can also help maintain a patient’s facial structure. However, outside of these advantages, dentures can have also have unexpected effects, including how you taste food and drinks. Keep reading to understand the connection between dentures and taste.