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Most over the counter toothpastes are safe for both dental restorations, like Lumineers, as well as virgin tooth structure. Things to be careful of are ones that can cause staining (like Crest Pro Health) or ones that are very abrasive (like Tom's of Maine or any tartar control toothpaste). Ask your dentist or hygienist which paste he/she recommends for your particular needs.
For good maintenance of Veneers (including Lumineers) and to maintain a high glaze, avoid using any abrasive toothpastes (Baking Soda, Pearl Drops), use a soft brush, and floss thoroughly each day.
When Lumineers or any restoration are placed properly most of the complications listed should not be experienced. The reason for #1: Halitosis- may be due to: poor seal on the restorations which allows bacteria to gather at the margins of the restoration and can create Halitosis (bad breath);...
I've done and placed both traditional porcelain veneers and the most recent generation of Lumineers (IPS eMax). If you’re just looking to have WHITE teeth with minimal tooth details, then Lumineers is the one. All my of Lumineers patients are happy with their results. T...
Lumineers generally cover only the front and sides of a tooth. When a tooth requires root canal therapy, access to the nerve is usually done from the back of the tooth, away from where the Lumineer is located. If a cavity forms along the edge of a Lumineer, replacement is usually needed. Small...
The only time any dental procedure will "promote" decay is when the patient don't come to the dentist routinely. As long as the dentist don't place the Lumineers over any decayed teeth areas AND the Lumineers is bonded correctly to the tooth structure, there should be NO "promoting"...
They are the same thing. Lumineers is a brand name from a certain dental lab, that's all. There are several "brand" names available, Durathin, DaVinci, etc. Lumineers gains a following because they were the first brand to advocate "no-prep" or "minimal prep" veneers. You can do these procedures...
Hello. In such a case, we recommend zirconia or emax crowns to achieve a good aesthetic and strength. Laminate veneers do not offer enough strength for teeth with root canal treatment.
