What should you avoid on veneer bonding day?
Wait until the numbness wears off to eat, keep the first meals soft, and hold off on hard bites, strong colors, and alcohol for the first day or two.
Modern resin cements reach most of their strength quickly, but bonding day still deserves caution. The numb mouth, fresh margins, and settling bite all benefit from a gentle first 24 to 48 hours.
The first 48 hours
Do not chew while numb — cheeks and lips are easy to bite without noticing. Choose soft foods, avoid tearing anything with the front teeth, skip very hot, icy, or heavily pigmented drinks, and keep brushing and gentle flossing from day one so the new margins stay clean.
Mild sensitivity or gum tenderness in the first days is common and settles at a pace that differs by individual. Persistent pain, a high-feeling bite, or a rough margin are reasons to call promptly — consult your dentist rather than waiting for the scheduled review.
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