How Long do Porcelain Veneers Last?

Although there is no firm answer to this question, porcelain veneers can provide a beautiful, symmetrical smile for years to come with proper care.

Beverly Hills cosmetic dentist Dr. Kevin Sands will discuss your general expectations and care guidelines with you in detail. If you’re unhappy with your smile and would like to learn more about porcelain veneers, please call the office of Kevin Sands, DDS, Cosmetic Dentistry at 310-273-0111 to schedule your personal consultation.

With proper dental hygiene and lifestyle care, porcelain veneers should last at least 10 years. Many patients report that they actually maintain their smiles with porcelain veneers for upward of 15 years.

In addition to your dental hygiene routine, other factors that affect the lifespan of porcelain veneers include:

• The extent of your treatment
• Pre-existing bite conditions
• Diet
• Oral habits such as ice chewing or pen biting
• Dental trauma
• Tooth decay

Dr. Sands will talk to you about the things you can do to extend the life of your porcelain veneers. Caring for your porcelain veneers is easy to fit into your daily dental health regimen.

If you live in the Beverly Hills area and want to know if porcelain veneers can help rejuvenate your smile, please contact Kevin Sands, DDS, Cosmetic Dentistry.