Wednesday, April 8, 2015

Lumineers vs. Traditional Veneers

When considering a cosmetic procedure, it is important to know the differences between certain products. If you are interested in veneers, you are probably curious about the difference between traditional porcelain laminates and Lumineers. Both are capable of repairing tooth imperfections as well as straightening or lengthening teeth, but the two veneer-types definitely have their differences.

Lumineers are thinner: Lumineers are about the size of a contact lens and are thinner than traditional veneers for the purpose of more seamless placement and a natural look.

Traditional veneers are better for extreme dental work: Patients who need extreme cosmetic work, such as the closing of large gaps of space between teeth, benefit more from traditional veneers due to the fact that they thicker and more durable.

Lumineers are minimally invasive: Since Lumineers are made of thinner porcelain, they require less preparation to the natural tooth before the veneers are applied. This also means that Lumineers do not require temporaries during the waiting period while they’re being crafted.

Traditional veneers are more flexible: The flexibility of traditional veneers allows them to be easily molded to precisely fit the structure of an individual smile. Patients looking for instant-orthodontic work would benefit from a traditional veneer’s ability to form to their smile.

Lumineers are removable: Unlike traditional veneers (which are permanent) Lumineers can be removed and re-applied over time, giving patients more options concerning the structure of their smile. Lumineers can also be placed quickly – usually in just two dental appointments.

Call Us Today!
The best way to determine which veneers will suit you the best is to contact your dental health professional.

At Lakeshore Dental, we offer Lumineers veneers for patients looking to improve their smiles. To find out whether Lumineers are right for you, or to schedule a consultation with us in Rockwall, contact Drs. Jamie and Eliud Villarreal today!



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