Cosmetic dentistry isn’t a new concept many people believe it to be. Sumerian text dated as far back as 5000 BC refers to “tooth worms” as the cause of decay. And the earliest forms of Egyptian dentistry involved wealthy residents using gold to fill in cracks and beautify decaying teeth. Few people short of professional rappers and reality stars would consider such extreme options today. No one’s born with the perfect smile, but modern dentistry can help make anyone look like they were. The industry leans toward enhancing natural beauty, and porcelain veneers are the not-so-secret beauty solution to the perfect celebrity smile. Of course, you don’t need an on-call beauty team to get the same treatment. In fact, many patients may opt for the easier and less invasive sister solution of Lumineers. But why should you consider those?
Lumineers Correct Multiple Issues
Cosmetic dentistry has solutions for practically any aesthetic dental correctional need. But Lumineers help avoid the need for multiple procedures. Cracks, chips, stains, gaps, and even moderate misalignment concerns can be covered by these thin porcelain shells. And since they’re completely customizable, each patient can finally achieve the perfect cosmetic smile makeover that reflects their unique beauty and supports their lifestyle needs.
Lumineers Are Non-Invasive
Traditional porcelain veneers are lab-created and usually require removing a small amount of the patient’s natural enamel to affix the shells to their existing teeth. This is in large part to the thickness of the veneers themselves. Lumineers, however, are about half the width of their predecessors, so that’s not an issue. The shells, which are about the width of a contact lens, can be affixed right onto existing teeth with minimal to no extra preparation. Hence, the patient’s teeth remain intact and all corrections are instantly covered without unnecessary fear, worry, or discomfort.
Lumineers Can Be Reversed if Necessary
Traditional veneers are invasive and permanent. So if you change your mind or become dissatisfied with the solution, you’re stuck with the procedure. However, that’s not the case with Lumineers. If something happens down the road or even during the procedure, and you decide Lumineers aren’t the right cosmetic smile makeover solution for you after all, no harm, no foul. Lumineers affix directly to existing teeth with little to no prep, so they’re easily reversed. And they can be removed at any time by your competent cosmetic dentist.
Lumineers Are Pain-Free and Require No Anesthesia
Cosmetic dentistry is an aesthetic solution to achieving a perfect smile, but most procedures still need some form of medication or anesthesia… even if it’s just a local. That often leads to unnecessary fear and dental avoidance. After all, many people are allergic to numbing agents or have adverse reactions to various medications. And even if you’re not among that crowd, the worry can be enough to put off life-changing dental work indefinitely. But that’s not an issue with Lumineers. This quick, customizable, non-invasive procedure is not only pain-free. It also requires no anesthesia. When you’re ready to see if Lumineers are the right cosmetic smile makeover solution for you, give us a call.
