When looking for treatments for your teeth, there are tons of options. What you have to do is find the right one that works best for you. Veneers and Lumineers are common recommendations for people trying to fix their teeth. So which is the better option?
Veneers
Veneers are custom-made shells that are placed on your teeth to create a natural-looking tooth. Multiple veneers can be used when fixing a smile. The purpose of the shell is to protect your tooth and make it look as natural as possible. Veneers can fix:
- stains
- discoloration
- cracks
- gaps
- decay
- crookedness
- chips
- missing teeth
Veneers tend to cost a bit more because they are permanent. This means that once you have veneers, your enamel for that tooth is compromised, which is why veneers are permanent.
Lumineers
Lumineers are a specific type of veneer, but they are different in some ways. Normal veneers take longer preparation, whereas Lumineers do not. Lumineers are typically used to treat discolored and unusually shaped teeth. This is because they are thinner than traditional veneers and do not take as long to prepare. They are more for cosmetics than anything else. As stated before, veneers are permanent. Once they adhere to your tooth, they are there permanently. On the other hand, Lumineers are semi-permanent. If necessary, they can be removed with little to no damage to your underlying tooth. As a result of a shorter application process and different materials used, Lumineers are cheaper than traditional veneers.
If you are trying to decide if veneers or Lumineers are better for you, ask Dr. Westmoreland! At Westmoreland Dental, our doctor will help you decide the best course of action to ensure you receive the desired results. We offer both traditional veneers and Lumineers at Westmoreland Dental. To learn more, check us out online here or schedule an appointment with our doctor. You can do so by calling (423) 282-2844 today!