I'm so tired of my bordeline tetracycline teeth -too good to do anything invasive with them, and too bad to smile. Zoom improved the color for a shade or 2 only. Other whitening techniques can't do much either, and the chemicals interfere with my thyroid. I want a dramatic WHITE change. Can that be achieved with lumineers/veneers? My front teeth are perfectly healthy, but tight and I can barely floss. Please include your quote for 12 teeth and a cheaper solution for the rest of them. Thanks!
January 29, 2013
Answer: Luminars or veneers on stained teeth?
Both can work what more important is the bonding agent should be abel to block out the stained teeth otherwise you will get see through from either type of veneer good luck
Kevin Coughlin DMD, MBA, MAGD CEO Baystate Dental PC
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January 29, 2013
Answer: Luminars or veneers on stained teeth?
Both can work what more important is the bonding agent should be abel to block out the stained teeth otherwise you will get see through from either type of veneer good luck
Kevin Coughlin DMD, MBA, MAGD CEO Baystate Dental PC
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Answer: Lumineers or Porcelain Veneers for Borderline Tetracycline Teeth?
We have many patients come to us with this same issue - tetracycline staining that will not whiten with ZOOM or bleach. In their situations, what I suggest is doing porcelain veneers. We can take off minimal tooth structure during the preparations, and veneers provide a much more beautiful, natural, and aesthetic look than Lumineers. I really don't offer Lumineers since they tend to look bulky, unnatural, and the color comes out very grayish and fake looking. Most top cosmetic dentists do not like Lumineers. A lower cost option could be cosmetic bondings, but these typically can still be costly, and this is not a permanent solution. Veneers are the best option because they are beautiful, natural, and custom made for you. We typically use da Vinci brand veneers in our office so you get the best aesthetics A porcelain veneer can range anywhere from $1295-1595 per tooth depending on the lab chosen, how many teeth you do, the complexity of your case, etc. Be sure to see a cosmetic dentist to have a consultation and see how many teeth they would recommend doing. They should also check your bite to make sure the veneers will not cause any future problems, and also check your periodontal health prior to placing any cosmetic veneers. Good luck!!
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Answer: Lumineers or Porcelain Veneers for Borderline Tetracycline Teeth?
We have many patients come to us with this same issue - tetracycline staining that will not whiten with ZOOM or bleach. In their situations, what I suggest is doing porcelain veneers. We can take off minimal tooth structure during the preparations, and veneers provide a much more beautiful, natural, and aesthetic look than Lumineers. I really don't offer Lumineers since they tend to look bulky, unnatural, and the color comes out very grayish and fake looking. Most top cosmetic dentists do not like Lumineers. A lower cost option could be cosmetic bondings, but these typically can still be costly, and this is not a permanent solution. Veneers are the best option because they are beautiful, natural, and custom made for you. We typically use da Vinci brand veneers in our office so you get the best aesthetics A porcelain veneer can range anywhere from $1295-1595 per tooth depending on the lab chosen, how many teeth you do, the complexity of your case, etc. Be sure to see a cosmetic dentist to have a consultation and see how many teeth they would recommend doing. They should also check your bite to make sure the veneers will not cause any future problems, and also check your periodontal health prior to placing any cosmetic veneers. Good luck!!
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