{"id":73,"date":"2023-10-03T15:31:57","date_gmt":"2023-10-03T15:31:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.attleborodentalgroup.com\/blog\/?p=73"},"modified":"2023-11-02T15:34:47","modified_gmt":"2023-11-02T15:34:47","slug":"im-confused-can-i-get-cavities-with-veneers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.attleborodentalgroup.com\/blog\/im-confused-can-i-get-cavities-with-veneers\/","title":{"rendered":"I\u2019m Confused: Can I Get Cavities With Veneers?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Porcelain veneers<\/a> are a popular solution for addressing minor aesthetic flaws in your pearly whites. These thin shells are bonded to the front of your teeth to hide imperfections and provide additional support and protection. They are resistant to staining, chipping, and other damage, and with the right care can last a lifetime. It\u2019s easy to assume that because they\u2019re so strong they protect your teeth from everything, including cavities. Unfortunately, this isn\u2019t entirely true! Keep reading to learn more about whether you can get cavities with veneers!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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

Porcelain veneers are made from a resilient ceramic material that\u2019s finished with a durable glaze that gives them their strength. The outer layers function like a sealant and help resist breaking, discoloration, and yes, even bacteria. That means the veneers themselves won\u2019t get cavities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These protective covers only shield the front of your teeth, though. They don\u2019t protect the back, sides,  or roots of your pearly whites. That means that while it\u2019s true your veneers cannot get cavities, your natural teeth can. Germs can penetrate around and underneath the protective shell which can lead to cavities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That\u2019s why it\u2019s imperative to have the right dental hygiene routine in place!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Do I Prevent Cavities With Veneers?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The number one best preventative measure to avoid cavities is consistently cleaning your teeth of harmful microbes, plaque, and food particles that lead to decay and disease. This applies whether or not there\u2019s a veneer in place! You can do that by:<\/p>\n\n\n\n