Teeth that are discoloured, unevenly spaced or worn down look unhealthy and can add years on to the age of the patient. Once tooth enamel has been stained or worn it cannot be grown back or effectively cleaned. One option to restore the appearance of a healthy smile is to have a set of porcelain veneers fitted. Veneers are thin ceramic caps that fit over the top of existing teeth giving the appearance of real teeth. Because they are manufactured, they can be designed to specifically fit your individual teeth giving an even and bright look to your smile.
Lumineers are a special type of incredibly thin veneers manufactured from special porcelain that is incredibly strong. It is made from patented porcelain by a dental manufacturer called Cerinate and is as thin as a contact lens. Because Lumineers are so thin, minimal preparation is needed before they are fitted. With other, thicker veneers, the dentist will need to remove some of the porcelain before the veneer can be fixed or they will appear too big making the process irreversible.
Lumineers can be fitted over existing dental work such as crowns and existing veneers and are so are completely removable. They are the newest solution to chipped, worn or discoloured teeth and with the right care and attention will last up to an incredible twenty years, five times as long as regular porcelain veneers.
If you have discoloured or worn teeth and are suffering a loss of self-confidence as a result, Lumineers could completely restore your teeth and give you back a reason to smile. Ask a City of Leeds dentist about Lumineers at your next appointment.
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