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If you are considering improving your smile with veneers, you are not alone. All-porcelain veneers are possibly one of the greatest advancements in dentistry today, and can be used to straighten your smile, close gaps, correct crowing, and brighten your smile, among others. Let's face it; we have all seen people whose dental work is easy to spot. Mismatched crowns, bulky or disproportional veneers, and fake-looking smiles that make you notice what you shouldn't. To get beautiful, natural-looking results with cosmetic restorations, Lumineers may be an appropriate solution for your enhanced smile. What are Lumineers and What is the Procedure? Lumineers are similar to standard veneers, except they are much thinner and made from patented Cerinate porcelain. They are as thin as contact lenses and require very little, if any, tooth reduction compared to standard veneers, which gives them the advantage of preserving more of your natural tooth structure. Your cosmetic dentist is certified to place your Lumineers and has received additional training to be able to offer this type of veneers. Since little or no tooth structure is removed, the procedure can often be carried out without the need for anesthetic and is also reversible, unlike traditional veneers. They are custom designed to give you the smile you have always wanted. Unlike traditional veneers, Lumineers are proven to last for over 20 years. With only two visits, Lumineers can give you a healthy, natural, permanently white smile that you have always wanted. What are Lumineers? Lumineers are similar to the standard veneers, except they are much thinner and made from patented Cerinate porcelain. They are as thin as contact lenses and require very little, if any, tooth reduction compared to standard veneers, which gives them the advantage of preserving more of your natural tooth structure. Your cosmetic dentist is certified to place your Lumineers and has received additional training to be able to offer this type of veneers. Lumineers are suitable for adults and adolescents seeking to effectively change a number of cosmetic dental conditions including: * Chipped or cracked teeth
* Slightly discolored or stained teeth
* Gaps or spaces between teeth
* Misshapen, fanged or pointy and slightly misaligned teeth
* Slightly crowded teeth
* Worn teeth
* Small teeth How are Lumineers Applied? Before undergoing treatment, your dentist will begin your Lumineers process by thoroughly examining your teeth to make sure you are a proper candidate. Not everyone is a candidate for Lumineers, but if you are, your dentist will begin by taking an impression of your mouth with special dental putty. Once the mold of your mouth is created, your dentist will send the impression to a dental laboratory where your custom Lumineers will be fabricated. In just a few weeks your dentist will receive your completed veneers to begin the fitting process. After preparation of your teeth, your Lumineers will be placed and altered to ensure a comfortable fit. You can help extend the life of your veneers by maintaining a high level of oral hygiene and having regular check-ups with your dentist. Since little or no tooth structure is removed, the procedure can often be carried out without the need for anesthetic and is also reversible, unlike traditional veneers. They are custom designed to give you the smile you have always wanted. Unlike traditional veneers, Lumineers are proven to last for over 20 years. With only two visits, Lumineers can give you a healthy, natural, permanently white smile that you have always wanted.
Dr. Allan Patch, cosmetic dentist in University Heights, CA, always had a passion for art, which blended well with his passion for science, resulting in a career in dentistry. Dr. Patch, La Mesa, CA dentist, is detail oriented and appreciates a fine result and a pleased patient, making him the choice for dental health care maintenance.
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