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Why do veneers smell bad? | How to stop veneers smelling
Why do veneers smell bad?
Both veneers and natural teeth can cause bad breath. If plaque and tartar accumulate on the dental prosthesis, these factors can cause bad breath. There are some tips that patients with veneers should pay attention to continue their daily lives with full confidence. We will discuss precautions and care tips in this article to prevent veneer tooth odour.
Do veneers cause bad breath?
Most patients wonder whether veneers cause bad breath before getting a dental crown. Sometimes it is thought that there is bad breath due to cheap dental veneers. First of all, let us state that even if you do not notice it, if you have a bad breath problem that those around you notice, there is definitely a reason for this. If bad breath is not caused by sinus, lung, and stomach diseases, the cause should be determined by a dentist examination.
When a dentist selects the right material for a veneer dental treatment and crafts the veneer tooth flawlessly, it doesn't emit any scent. An experienced dentist should perform this treatment. Contrary to popular belief, dental veneers do not directly cause bad breath. Dental crowns and bridges can indirectly cause bad breath. For example, odour may occur due to damage to the gums due to a defect caused by the veneer or due to cavities that cause food residues to accumulate.
The main causes of veneer tooth odor
Poor oral hygiene
Food residues trapped under the veneer create a favourable environment for bacterial growth. In addition, the surface of the veneers becomes covered with plaque over time, just like normal teeth. Regular and correct oral hygiene performance prevents the formation of odour. Toothbrushes and dental floss should be used effectively for cleaning dental crowns.
Denture and tooth incompatibility
If there is a gap between the veneer and the gum, bacteria accumulation is inevitable. Erroneous impression taking during the veneer tooth construction phase may lead to incomplete veneer fitting. Since the edges of the veneer do not fully adapt to the adjacent teeth and soft tissues, the residues accumulated in these gaps may cause odour. In addition, prosthesis incompatibility can cause epulis discomfort, especially in patients using removable prostheses.
Gum diseases
Gum infections around veneers can lead to bad breath. Gum diseases such as gingivitis and gingival recession predispose microorganisms to harbor between the veneer and the gums.
In fact, tooth decay gives the misleading impression that the odor is caused by the tooth crown. The teeth adjacent to the crown may not immediately show signs of decay. As bad breath develops over time, it is assumed to be caused by the crowns.
Smoking
The use of tobacco products can cause veneer tooth odor. Many chemicals in cigarette smoke accumulate in the soft tissues of the mouth, on natural and veneered teeth and cause odor.
Dietary habits
If you like to consume a variety of spices and use them liberally in your cooking, bad breath can increase. Spicy foods such as chips and crackers also leave a long-lasting odor on the dental crowns, which can trigger bad breath.
How to stop veneers smelling
1. Take care to clean regularly and correctly
Use special floss and an interface brush for veneers. Choose fine-tipped brushes and denture-compatible floss for cleaning the edges of the veneers. Floss plays an important role in removing food debris and plaque trapped between the veneers. Don't forget to brush your teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste.
Rinsing the mouth 1-2 times a day with antibacterial and alcohol-free mouthwash reduces bacteria. Antiseptic mouthwash prevents bad odor in the mouth.
50% of odor is caused by bacteria accumulating on the tongue. Remember to clean with a tongue scraper.
2. Have a dental check-up
If deposits have formed in the gum line under your veneers, have scaling done every 6 months. If the periodontal disease is advanced, curettage treatment can also be applied. Your dentist will also check the fit of the veneer and help you solve the problem at its root.
Patients who use dental laminated veneers or zirconium veneers should have regular dental check-ups to prevent dental odor.
3. Check your eating habits.
Drink plenty of water. Water consumption cleans bacteria by increasing saliva flow. A dry mouth is a breeding ground for bacteria to multiply rapidly. Drinking enough water throughout the day supports the natural cleansing function of saliva.
Avoid sugary and acidic foods. These foods accelerate bacterial growth.
Eat parsley and yogurt. These foods are natural halitosis preventatives.
4. Quit Smoking
If you smoke, you should stop this habit. Smoking exacerbates odor by causing many harmful residues in the mouth, dry mouth, and an increase in bacteria.
Natural home remedies for veneer tooth odor
Some of the natural remedies that can be applied against veneer tooth odor at home are as follows:
- Gargle with carbonated water: Mix 1 teaspoon of baking soda with water and gargle. It provides the pH balance of the mouth and reduces the growth of bacteria.
- Sage: Sage purifies the inside of the mouth with its antioxidant properties.
- Tea tree oil: Add 1-2 drops of tea tree oil to water and use as a mouthwash (do not swallow this mixture).
- Parsley and mint:Parsley and mint help prevent bad breath in a natural way. The fresh leaves can be chewed or brewed.
When to visit the dentist for veneer tooth odor?
- If the odor does not go away in 1-2 weeks despite the above-mentioned suggestions for preventing veneer tooth odor,
- If the veneers are loose or painful,
- If bleeding and swelling occur in the gums, consult a specialist.
Tooth veneer odor is a problem that can be prevented with proper care and regular medical check-ups. Keeping your cleaning routine and getting professional support will protect both your self-confidence and oral health.
You can contact Pulpa Oral and Dental Health Polyclinic serving in Alanya, Turkey to learn the causes of veneer tooth odor and to get rid of this problem.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does filling cause bad breath?
Tooth filling does not cause bad breath. Conversely, the purpose of dental fillings is to treat dental caries, which are known to cause bad breath. If the tooth filling is done correctly, it does not cause bad breath.
Do dentures cause bad breath?
If dentures are regularly maintained, they do not cause odor. Unmaintained hygiene in both fixed and removable dentures leads to the accumulation of plaque and tartar. In this case, dentures cause bad breath.
Does an implant cause odor?
Implants do not cause bad breath. Teeth implants, or all on four and all on six, are safe treatment methods. The cause of bad breath can be poor oral hygiene, plaque accumulation, smoking, or dental diseases. If bad breath occurs after tooth implant, the underlying cause should be determined, and an appropriate treatment should be performed.
How to clean veneers?
The crown should be brushed regularly with toothpaste and cleaned gently with dental floss and an interface brush.
Does a dental bridge cause bad breath?
If food residues accumulate under the bridge tooth, it may cause bad breath. Bridge teeth should be cleaned using an interface brush and dental floss.
You can contact Pulpa Oral and Dental Health Polyclinic in Alanya, Antalya, Turkey for information about all kinds of dental treatments aftercare.
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