After getting porcelain veneers, some people may notice a strange odor coming from the veneers. Many people suspect that this is due to poor quality veneers. So what can we do if we experience an odor with porcelain veneers?
Check the Teeth
If there is an odor after getting porcelain veneers, the first step is to thoroughly examine the teeth. If there are gaps between the veneers and the natural teeth, it is easy for plaque to accumulate, leading to the formation of tartar and causing an odor. A comprehensive examination of the teeth can identify tartar and allow for timely cleaning to eliminate the odor from the porcelain veneers.
Treat Inflammation
Getting porcelain veneers can sometimes lead to poor oral hygiene due to ill-fitting veneers or protrusions, resulting in gum inflammation and periodontal disease, which can cause oral odor. In such cases, it is important to seek prompt medical attention and follow the dentist's guidance for anti-inflammatory treatment.
Oral Hygiene
After getting porcelain veneers, an odor may be due to food residue accumulating in the gaps between the teeth or poor oral hygiene caused by ill-fitting veneers, leading to bacterial overgrowth. In addition to rinsing the mouth after each meal, it is best to use dental floss to clean the gaps between the teeth and regularly visit the dentist for professional cleaning. This can help prevent the occurrence of an odor after getting porcelain veneers.
Consume Certain Foods
To temporarily mask the odor after getting porcelain veneers, one can consume foods with strong aromatic smells or chew gum to temporarily cover up the odor. Generally, foods such as honey, lemon, parsley, milk, grapefruit, and orange peel can be consumed.
Check Other Parts of the Body
If an odor occurs after getting porcelain veneers, it is not necessarily caused by the veneers themselves. It may be due to excessive heat in the intestines and stomach, diseases in the nasal and pharyngeal areas, or other organ diseases. In such cases, if there are no issues found during the oral examination, a comprehensive examination of the body is needed to determine the cause of the odor and provide targeted treatment.
