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A guide to Lumineers

Lumineers are a very thin and versatile type of porcelain veneer designed to cover the teeth and cover up any imperfections in your smile such as gaps or stains, and offer a longer lasting solution than bleaching or artificial whitening. They are a thinner, more durable version of the traditional dental veneers originally invented in the 1930s.

For further information, visit the www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk to Lumineers.

How do Lumineers work?

Lumineers work in much the same way as traditional veneers - they are an ultra-thin (0.2mm) layer of porcelain that is bonded onto the surface of the tooth after an initial mould of the teeth has been taken.

They are made from an extremely resilient porcelain called Cerinate which will cope with any food and allow you to continue with your preferred diet.

Their versatility allows them to be used to close gaps between teeth, cover over discolouration and even make teeth appear realigned. For more information visit the official Lumineers website.

Advantages over traditional veneers

Unlike the traditional veneer treatment, Lumineers are completely pain-free when they are applied as the ultra-thin porcelain requires little or no tooth preparation like the grinding used to apply the much thicker standard veneers. This also reduces the need for injections into the mouth, and makes the entire treatment non-invasive. The lack of tooth alteration also makes the process reversible, and allows the Lumineers to be removed if necessary.

Cerinate porcelain is much more durable than traditional veneers, and Lumineers can last up to 20 years with regular check-ups and cleaning at your dentist. To back this up, they are covered by a warranty which allows the Lumineers to be removed and replaced at no extra cost. For more information visit the www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk .

Lumineers case study

This patient was treated at the Baker Street Dental Group.

The patient was unhappy with the gaps between his teeth and the slight misalignment of several of his other teeth. Lumineers closed the teeth gaps and left him with a perfect, straight smile.

Are Lumineers for me?

If you have problems with any chipping, discolouration, gaps or slight misalignment of your teeth then Lumineers are an easy, painless solution and will give you the smile you've always wanted.

Your dentist will have to discuss the level of misalignment to evaluate whether Lumineers will be able to achieve the results you desire or whether orthodontic treatment is required first.

Lumineers aren't for everyone, though, and it will ultimately come down to individual discretion. That they are not a completely natural choice to have with your teeth may put some people off. But there are many cosmetic dental treatments, one of which will surely fit your needs.

Lumineers case study 2

This case study is kindly donated by the Lumineers company.

This case study shows a patient who was suffering from serious discolouration of their teeth, as well several gaps between them. Lumineers were able to cover the yellowing teeth and close teeth gaps, leaving a bright white smile.

How much do Lumineers cost?

Cost will vary depending on individual requirement as well as how many veneers need to be placed, but the average cost for each separate Lumineer is between £400 and £600.

Lumineers are able to be placed as a full tooth set at once rather than one by one, and using the Luminate in LumiTray Technology (which allows a digital preview of the veneers before application) could cost significantly more depending on requirement.

You should discuss the price of treatment with your dentist right from the beginning. Make sure you know what the cost includes - and, more importantly, what it doesn't.

Where can I find a Lumineer dentist?

There are several options to find a Lumineer dentist. The official Lumineers website provides a list of Lumineer certified dentists. Also, the www.cosmeticdentistryguide.co.uk contains a list of cosmetic dentists, many of whom offer Lumineers, or you can try using Google and searching for "Lumineers" + "Location" and replace "Location" with your town or city.

Below is a list of Lumineers dentists throughout the UK that may be in your area:

Lumineer dentists in Surrey
Mulberry Dental - Surrey Lumineer clinic
S3 Dental Surrey - Surrey Lumineer clinic

Lumineer dentists in London
London Bridge Dental Practice - London Lumineer clinic
Aqua Dental Spa - London Lumineer clinic
Baker Street Dental - London Lumineer clinic

Lumineer dentists in Kent
S3 Dental - Kent Lumineer clinic

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Duel Debate Module - The lumineer debate

Would you rather keep your natural teeth the way they are or try quick treatment like Lumineers?

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Stick with what I got

Cosmetic_Dentistry_Guide says:

Personally, I'd rather stick with what I got and do what I can with them - though, thankfully, there are no problems with my teeth at the moment. Fingers crossed!

I want nice teeth fast!

 

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