Are there specific products (toothpastes and mouthwashes) that are safe and recommended to use on Porcelain Veneers?

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Sarah Thompson, DMD · Answer

I would recommend whitening toothpastes and alcohol-free mouth washes.  Other that, it's a good idea to treat your veneered teeth just the same or better than your natural teeth.  Even though your veneers are stain resistant, you should stay away from dark wines, dark juices, dark teas and coffee.  Curry (as in chicken curry) is also a bad idea.  I know this may seem like a lot, but in the grand scheme of things, it is a very small price to pay for beautiful, age-less, teeth.  Veneers are what I do, so "Follow" me if you have more questions about caring for them.Sarah Thompson, DMD

Michael Tam, BDS · Answer

Your porcelain
veneers are made to withstand the same oral care products that other porcelain
restorations like crowns and bridges do. The only thing you may want to avoid
is toothpastes that contain baking soda, as this abrasiveness could cause
microscopic scratches over time.

Norman Huefner, DDS · Answer

It is pretty well accepted that it is better to use non-alcohol mouthwashes.  Both Breath-Rx and the non-alcohol version of Listerine are the brands that I recommend.Regarding tooth pastes, just better to use ones that are very low in abrasiveness.  Usually smokers toothpastes, like Pearldrops, are more abrasive and as such, with long term use can possibly remove the smoothness and luster.

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