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Dental veneers have become a very popular cosmetic dentistry treatment. They are used for aesthetic purposes when your teeth are damaged, chipped or broken. Many patients will choose to get veneers because it is an easy procedure in which you can cover-up your imperfections. Masking mild to moderate tooth discolorations; correcting minor misalignments and rotation of anterior teeth; and re-shaping peg-shaped and undersized teeth are just a few improvements porcelain veneers can provide. Veneers are difficult to stain, which makes them popular for those who are seeking a beautifully whiter smile that lasts for years. Whatever your reason for needing restoration, traditional veneers or Lumineers might be the right choice for your smile enhancement. Traditional Veneers Offering an all-in-one smile makeover, dental veneers are thin pieces of porcelain or plastic, and are bonded to the front of your teeth. For teeth that are severely discolored, chipped, or misshapen, they create a durable and pleasing smile. Veneers are difficult to stain, which makes them popular for those who are seeking a beautifully whiter smile that lasts for years. Dental veneers may solve most or even all of your cosmetic dental issues including worn enamel, wear and tear, genetics and uneven teeth. Over time, the thin, hard, white substance covering your teeth called enamel, may become worn, dulled and discolored. This wear and discoloration may be a natural occurrence, or the result of a genetic predisposition. 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 Kansas City 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.
Suitable for adults and adolescents seeking to effectively change a number of cosmetic dental conditions, Lumineers are used for the following: • 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 The Difference Traditional porcelain veneer placement typically requires the removal of tooth structure, which can sometimes go beyond the outermost layer of the tooth called enamel. This makes the procedure irreversible. Lumineers can be placed completely within enamel in a minimally invasive procedure with little to no preparation. Additionally, traditional veneers usually require an injection of local anesthetic, while Lumineers may not require an anesthetic. A patient's level of sensitivity will determine if not using anesthesia is an option. Although not typical, Lumineers may also require tooth modifications, depending on the condition and position of the teeth being treated. Modifications needed are minimal, affecting only the enamel layer, with no penetration into the dentin. Visit your Kansas City cosmetic dentist today for further assessment and treatment of your smile. Restoring your smile is easy with dental veneers and Lumineers.
Sean Hartmen writes for Dr. Gregory Stiver, a leading Leawood, Loch Lloyd and Kansas City dentist. Offering a wide array of services including bonding, cosmetic fillings, veneers, whitening and extractions this Leawood cosmetic dentist is qualified to handle any dental need for patients of all ages. This Kansas City dentist also serves patients in Leawood and Loch Lloyd.
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