Are you looking for a quick and inexpensive way to transform your smile? Lumineers are an advanced form of dental veneers that can be used to give you a brighter, more beautiful smile in just two visits. And there’s little to no need for some of the difficulties associated with traditional veneers.
To get the best results, it’s important to work with an experienced dentist for Lumineers. Dr. Bob has been serving Butler for nearly 40 years, and he’s trained extensively on the use of Lumineers. He received Lumineer training at the company headquarters, and has honed his skill with many cases over the years. To get the benefit of Dr. Bob’s training and experience with no-prep veneers, please call (724) 282-4436 today for an appointment at Advanced Dentistry of Butler.
Are you looking for a quick and inexpensive way to transform your smile? Lumineers are an advanced form of dental veneers that can be used to give you a brighter, more beautiful smile in just two visits. And there’s little to no need for some of the difficulties associated with traditional veneers.
To get the best results, it’s important to work with an experienced dentist for Lumineers. Dr. Bob has been serving Butler for nearly 40 years, and he’s trained extensively on the use of Lumineers. He received Lumineer training at the company headquarters, and has honed his skill with many cases over the years. To get the benefit of Dr. Bob’s training and experience with no-prep veneers, please call (724) 282-4436 today for an appointment at Advanced Dentistry of Butler.
Lumineers are similar to other forms of veneers. They are advanced ceramic shells that are bonded to the front of your natural teeth to beautify them. They can be used in most situations where veneers can improve your smile.
However, they take advantage of advanced materials to be thinner, which makes them better in some situations. With Lumineers, you’ll enjoy that you can:
- Have a pain-free procedure
- Maintain your natural teeth
- Get your new smile in just 2 visits
- Enjoy results for 20 years
- Have a pain-free procedure
- Maintain your natural teeth
- Get your new smile in just 2 visits
- Enjoy results for 20 years
With traditional veneers, it is necessary to remove tooth material to make space for the veneer. This can cause discomfort. But Lumineers are so thin that they can usually fit directly over your natural teeth with no removal of natural tooth enamel. This makes your procedure pain-free. It also means that your procedure won’t require temporary veneers. And it can be completely reversible.
It only takes two visits to get Lumineers. During the first visit, impressions will be taken. We send these impressions to the lab where technicians craft your custom set of Lumineers. On the second visit, Dr. Bob will place your no-prep veneers, and you’ll see the amazing results.
They have been clinically proven to last up to 20 years!
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Porcelain Veneers vs. Lumineers: Differences to Consider
Understanding the differences between these two cosmetic dentistry techniques will make it easier for you to decide which is right for you.
Reversibility
Porcelain veneers are an irreversible procedure while Lumineers, no-prep veneers, are reversible. Traditional veneers are thicker than Lumineers. Your cosmetic dentist will have to remove more tooth enamel to make room for them. Your body can’t grow new enamel, so this is a permanent change. With thinned enamel, your teeth will be more susceptible to decay and damage. Your teeth also won’t look like they used to, so if you choose veneers, you can’t choose to not have veneers in the future.
Lumineers are thinner, so Dr. Bob can apply them without removing any tooth enamel. If you decide you don’t want this ultra-thin veneers anymore, you can take them off and your smile will look as it did before.
Appearance
Both porcelain veneers and Lumineers offer gorgeous radiant results. Sometimes, though, the translucency of this cosmetic veneers can make them less effective for reshaping teeth and addressing severe tooth discoloration. During your consultation, Dr. Bob will let you know if this might be an issue in your case.
Porcelain Veneers vs. Lumineers: Differences to Consider
Understanding the differences between these two cosmetic dentistry techniques will make it easier for you to decide which is right for you.
Reversibility
Porcelain veneers are an irreversible procedure while no-prep are reversible. Traditional veneers are thicker than Lumineers. Your cosmetic dentist will have to remove more tooth enamel to make room for them. Your body can’t grow new enamel, so this is a permanent change. With thinned enamel, your teeth will be more susceptible to decay and damage. Your teeth also won’t look like they used to, so if you choose veneers, you can’t choose to not have veneers in the future.
Lumineers are thinner, so Dr. Bob can apply them without removing any tooth enamel. If you decide you don’t want Lumineers anymore, you can take them off and your smile will look as it did before.
Appearance
Both porcelain veneers and Lumineers offer gorgeous radiant results. Sometimes, though, the translucency of these ultra-thin veneers can make them less effective for reshaping teeth and addressing severe tooth discoloration. During your consultation, Dr. Bob will let you know if this might be an issue in your case.
Procedure
Porcelain veneers require a longer, more involved procedure that includes at least three appointments. First, the consultation will involve making sure you’re prepared to go forward with veneers. If you are, you will have a second appointment where the cosmetic dentist will prepare your teeth by removing enamel, then take dental impressions. At the third appointment, the dentist will fit your veneers.
With Lumineers, you can get results with just two visits. Because there’s no need to prepare your teeth, we can take impressions at your first consultation if you’re ready. Then Dr. Bob can fit your Lumineers at your second appointment.
Longevity
Porcelain veneers and Lumineers last a similar amount of time. In both cases, you can expect 10-20 years of life from your restorations. Of course, how long your veneers or Lumineers last will depend on how well you care for them.
Cost
In general, Lumineers cost less than traditional porcelain veneers. Depending on the number of teeth you want to treat, the difference can be quite significant.
Procedure
Porcelain veneers require a longer, more involved procedure that includes at least three appointments. First, the consultation will involve making sure you’re prepared to go forward with veneers. If you are, you will have a second appointment where the cosmetic dentist will prepare your teeth by removing enamel, then take dental impressions. At the third appointment, the dentist will fit your veneers.
With Lumineers, you can get results with just two visits. Because there’s no need to prepare your teeth, we can take impressions at your first consultation if you’re ready. Then Dr. Bob can fit your Lumineers at your second appointment.
Longevity
Porcelain veneers and Lumineers last a similar amount of time. In both cases, you can expect 10-20 years of life from your restorations. Of course, how long your veneers or Lumineers last will depend on how well you care for them.
Cost
In general, Lumineers cost less than traditional porcelain veneers. Depending on the number of teeth you want to treat, the difference can be quite significant.
Are Lumineers Better Than Veneers?
Lumineers are the quick, painless, no-shots way to get a straighter, whiter, younger-looking smile. We always recommend Lumineers! They can do anything veneers can do without the downfall of reducing your tooth enamel. Lumineers are considered a “no-prep” veneer and can achieve these results:
- Permanently whiten stained teeth
- Reshape misaligned, crooked teeth
- Lengthen short teeth
- Close gaps in your smile
- Permanently fix chipped teeth
Lumineers will last between 10 and 20 years with proper care. That means brushing your teeth twice per day, flossing, and visiting your Butler cosmetic dentist, Dr. Bob, twice a year.
All that to say, Lumineers are better than veneers! If you want to transform your smile with cosmetic dentistry, Lumineers are for you. Call (724) 282-4436, make an appointment online or schedule a virtual appointment.
Virtual Lumineer Consultations
Are you thinking about getting Lumineers? We’re not surprised! They’re among the best options for patients thinking about upgrading their smiles with cosmetic dentistry. We know you lead a busy life. That’s why we offer virtual consultations.
You’ll schedule your appointment online, and we’ll meet via the internet to discuss Lumineers. We’ll explore things like the health of your teeth and gums, why you want to enhance your smile with Lumineers, and what the procedure will look like. Then, we’ll schedule your in-person visit to achieve the smile of your dreams with Lumineers. Schedule your virtual consultation today!
Talk to a Lumineers Expert before Making a Decision
Many dentists don’t understand Lumineers because they’ve never worked with them. They will recommend against them because they don’t know how to get attractive results with this procedure.
But Dr. Bob offers both Lumineers and traditional veneers. He knows the benefits and limits of each option, and he can help you determine which is the right way to achieve your beautiful smile.
To schedule a consultation with Dr. Bob, please call Advanced Dentistry of Butler today at (724) 282-4436.
