Types of Tooth Veneer Procedures

There are two tooth veneers procedures available that correct discoloration of the teeth by removing the brown and yellow staining. While each work effectively, there are advantages and disadvantages to each procedure dependent upon your objectives and commitment to the processes. The type of procedures available should be discussed with your cosmetic dentist, and a they will recommend the most appropriate tooth veneers procedure for you.

Composite Veneer Procedure:

Composite (direct) veneers are usually performed in a single visit to your cosmetic dentist. The procedure is an application of a bond and enamel directly to the tooth's surface.

Porcelain Veneer Procedure:

Porcelain (indirect) veneers are a very thin porcelain material. Usually porcelain veneers require two visits and also require a dental laboratory to create the final tooth restoration piece.

Lumineer Porcelain Veneer Procedure:

Made of Cerinate porcelain, Lumineers are a new type of porcelain veneers. They are contact lens-thin, roughly .2 mm thick. Little to no tooth reduction in most cases is necessary with this type of veneer and anesthetics or numbing shots are not needed.

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1. Introduction to tooth veneers section
2. Causes of discoloration of the teeth
3. Who is a candidate for dental veneers?
4. Procedure description: veneers
5. Types of veneers available for your teeth
6. How much do dental veneers cost?
7. Pros and cons of getting veneers
8. Before and after pictures - dental veneers
9. Personal stories from tooth veneer patients
10. How to select the color of your veneers
11. Dental veneers message board and discussion

   

 A guide to dental veneers and lumineers.