{"id":2395,"date":"2024-07-31T18:19:05","date_gmt":"2024-07-31T23:19:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/delaunedental.com\/blog\/?p=2395"},"modified":"2024-07-31T18:19:05","modified_gmt":"2024-07-31T23:19:05","slug":"mouthwash-discoloring-porcelain-veneers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/delaunedental.com\/blog\/mouthwash-discoloring-porcelain-veneers\/","title":{"rendered":"Is My Mouthwash Discoloring My Porcelain Veneers?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Is my mouthwash discoloring my porcelain veneers? About eight months ago, I had 12 porcelain veneers placed on my upper teeth. Since then, I&#8217;ve used Listerine mouthwash, a firm-bristled toothbrush, and Colgate toothpaste. Recently, I&#8217;ve noticed that my veneers look a little grayish.<\/p>\n<p>I&#8217;m concerned that these products may have ruined my veneers. When I had the veneers placed, no one gave me specific care instructions. \u2013 Thanks. Jackie S.<\/p>\n<p>Jackie,<\/p>\n<p>Unfortunately, your dentist didn&#8217;t provide specific aftercare instructions for your porcelain veneers.<\/p>\n<h2>Will Mouthwash Discolor Porcelain Veneers?<\/h2>\n<p>Alcohol-based mouthwash may harm porcelain veneers. Let\u2019s review your current hygiene routine:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Listerine: Alcohol-containing mouthwashes can harm porcelain veneers. Consider switching to an alcohol-free option. This blog post provides more information about alcohol-free mouthwash alternatives.<\/li>\n<li>Toothbrush: Using a hard-bristled toothbrush can damage your veneers. Choose a soft-bristled brush, which is generally more effective at cleaning teeth.<\/li>\n<li>Colgate Toothpaste: Colgate toothpaste is generally safe for porcelain veneers. Whitening toothpaste can be abrasive. However, some specialized toothpastes like Supersmile, including <a href=\"https:\/\/delaunedental.com\/new-orleans-porcelain-veneers.html\">porcelain veneers<\/a>, are formulated for cosmetic dentistry work.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>What Causes Discoloration of Porcelain Veneers?<\/h2>\n<p>While these factors can negatively impact the longevity of your veneers, they are unlikely to cause a general graying of the veneers. The factors below can cause veneer discoloration:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Veneer Material: There&#8217;s a possibility that the material used for your veneers isn&#8217;t genuine porcelain.<\/li>\n<li>Veneer Damage: Damage to the veneer&#8217;s surface with an ultrasonic scaler, such as Prophy Jet, or exposure to chemicals, including acidulated fluoride. If you&#8217;ve recently had a dental cleaning, ask about the cleaning methods used. A Prophy Jet can be harmful to porcelain veneers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Consult a cosmetic dentist experienced in veneer care to determine why your porcelain veneers are turning gray.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/delaunedental.com\">Metairie, Louisiana, dentist<\/a> Dr. Duane Delaune sponsors this post.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Is my mouthwash discoloring my porcelain veneers? About eight months ago, I had 12 porcelain veneers placed on my upper teeth. Since then, I&#8217;ve used Listerine mouthwash, a firm-bristled toothbrush, and Colgate toothpaste. Recently, I&#8217;ve noticed that my veneers look a little grayish. I&#8217;m concerned that these products may have ruined my veneers. 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