You've probably noticed magazine covers featuring celebrities with million-watt smiles. While it's true that Hollywood's brightest stars 
have teeth that look great thanks to cosmetic dentistry procedures, it's important to remember that good oral hygiene is a major component in maintaining those smiles. The same goes for patients of Dr. Scott Wingard, your cosmetic dentist at Summerville Dentistry in Augusta and Evans, Georgia. Here, Dr. Wingard is here to explain how to take care of your investment to ensure a long-lasting and beautiful smile.
Whitened Teeth
To keep your freshly whitened smile looking its best, your Augusta and Evans cosmetic dentist Dr. Wingard suggests avoiding foods and drinks that stain - wine, coffee, and curry, for example - or at the very least, brushing after meals with a non-abrasive whitening toothpaste and a soft-bristled brush. Avoiding tobacco products will also ensure your teeth stay white and free of the chemicals contained in cigarettes and snuff that can damage them.
Veneers
Because veneers are cemented to your natural teeth, it's highly important to maintain your dental health. Keeping the teeth behind the veneers free of decay is the key to their success. This means diligent brushing, flossing and regular checkups at Summerville Dentistry. Any potential problems can be detected and treated before they affect the bonds of your veneers. With proper care, porcelain veneers from your Augusta and Evans cosmetic dentist can last as long as twenty years.
Dental implants
It may seem like these tooth replacements are immune to any kind of damage, since they're permanent and cannot decay. However, their longevity is based on the health of the gum tissue and jawbone surrounding them, which is why your Augusta cosmetic dentist stresses the importance of flossing between the implants and your natural teeth. When the structures that surround your dental implants are healthy and functional, the implants stay secure.
If you have any questions for Dr. Scott Wingard about cosmetic dentistry, we encourage you to contact us at Summerville Dentistry in Augusta and Evans, Georgia. We'd be happy to help you maintain your smile for a lifetime!