When it comes to your smile, you’ve always thought something about it looked a little different than that of your friends. When speaking with your dentist about it, they mentioned that your gums have partially grown over your teeth. Though this isn’t always something you need to worry about, gum overgrowth can sometimes be an indicator of oral health issues. Read on to learn about some potential causes as well as how your dentist can treat it.

Teeth that are chipped, cracked, gapped, misshapen, discolored, or have minor alignment problems may make it difficult for you to love and feel confident in your smile. Porcelain veneers offer a solution by covering the entire front part of the teeth and masking these imperfections. These thin shells are color-matched to your smile and highly resistant to staining, but can they become discolored from drinking coffee? Continue reading to learn about whether you can still have your morning cup if you have veneers.