Lumineers vs Veneers

When would you recommend lumineers instead of veneers? What factors are considered?

3 answers to “Lumineers vs Veneers”

A: After some homework, I think you would agree on Regular

Lance Timmerman, DMD

Normally the ultimate goal is a beautiful smile.  If Lumineers are being offered, ask to see some finished cases done by the office in question.  Rarely are there Lumineers cases that are beautiful or fantastic, and you will see after seeing the pictures.  Even some of the official marketing... more

A: I would do regular porcelain veneers

Peter Boulden, DMD

I have yet to see a Lumineers case that I considered "aesthetically accceptable" in my mind.  I agree with Dr. Jablow that they can cause ledges at the gumline and cause inflammation.  This inflammation is caused from an un-natural emergence profile that that new tooth has.  ... more

A: Porcelain veneers have many advantages

Jennifer Jablow, DDS

There are many reasons one should almost always choose Porcelain Veneers over Lumineers. Porcelain veneers are much more lifelike, can block out very dark teeth, have the proper strength and allow for proper contour at the gumline. Lumineers are only for very specific cases which most do not meet... more

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