Ask the Doctor...

“I don’t like my smile and would really like to get veneers on my front teeth.  But I hate getting shots and having my teeth drilled on.  Can’t you just put the veneer right on my tooth without a lot of drilling?”

Great question – and the answer is Yes!  There is a type of veneer called a “Lumineer” that can do just that.  While not suitable for every situation, it offers excellent results for those patients it can be used on.  Tooth preparation is minimal (less than 0.5 mm. of tooth structure – about the thickness of a credit card) and often accomplished without the need for anesthesia.  “Lumineers” are contact lens thin, so there is no need for substantial tooth reduction.  In fact, it is so minimal that there usually is no need for a temporary covering on the tooth while waiting for the veneer to be made by the dental lab.

“Lumineers” work best on patients without deep overbites and when used to correct the following problems:

(1)     Teeth that are eroded, darkened or discolored, and cannot be whitened to satisfaction using traditional whitening systems;
(2)     Teeth with minor cracks, chipping, or gaps between them;
(3)     Teeth that have large unsightly fillings;
(4)     Teeth which are slightly misaligned, turned, or overlapping; and,
(5)     Teeth that would be more attractive with mild changes in shape.

If you want teeth that are whiter, brighter, smoother, better aligned, straighter, and more ideally shaped, then “Lumineers” may just be the answer you’ve been seeking.  Every “Lumineer” is backed by a five (5) year warranty from the dental lab against defects in workmanship or materials.  You can’t beat that!

Minimal to no tooth reduction; minimal drilling; rarely if ever any need for anesthesia; great results – a great value for the patient who wants a transforming smile without all of the hassles.

Call our office today for a free smile consultation to see if the “Lumineer” smile is the solution for you!