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.
Next: Cost of tooth veneers
- Introduction to tooth veneers section
- Causes of discoloration of the teeth
- Who is a candidate for dental veneers?
- Procedure description: veneers
- Types of veneers available for your teeth
- How much do dental veneers cost?
- Pros and cons of getting veneers
- Before and after pictures - dental veneers
- Personal stories from tooth veneer patients
- How to select the color of your veneers
- Dental veneers message board and discussion
  
A guide to dental veneers and lumineers.
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