What are LUMINEERS?

LUMINEERS are porcelain veneers thickness of a contact lens, roughly

0,2 mm. Manufactured exclusively by CERINATE, in California, these veneers are so thin and resistant that they make it possible to be posed without having to cut enamel as a preliminary. In the majority of the cases, no alteration of the enamel is necessary, therefore no anaesthesia nor  pain or discomfort associated to the procedure.

Does it hurt?

LUMINEERS are porcelain veneers thickness of a contact lens. Thus, contrary to the traditional veneers where it’s necessary to trim a certain thickness of enamel, the Lumineers can, if there is no contour modification requiered, be made and posed without deterioration of enamel, therefore without anaesthesia nor pain.

How long does it last?

Of a remarkable quality, clinical studies proved that the LUMINEERS last up to 20 years. The porcelain LUMINEERS veneers are also accompanied with a 5 years guarantee in case of fracture. Certain conditions applied in guarantee, see with your dentist.

If I change opinion, can we remove them?

Yes, although the LUMINEERS are cemented in a permanent way, because they are ultra thin and don’t require deterioration of enamel, it is possible to remove the porcelain and to expose natural enamel below.

Which are the advantages of the LUMINEERS?

Simple and rapid procedure in 2 to 3 visits from the initial meeting to the final installation.

Without pain: since there is not or little deterioration of enamel

Whitening enamel: it is possible to choose a color as white as desired for the veneers. It is without restriction, or almost.

Instantaneous orthodontics: Since it’s possible to realign teeth until a certain degree, the LUMINEERS are an interesting alternative to the treatment of orthodontics.

Can I eat gums or food sticking?

There is no restriction so that you can eat or drink with the LUMINEERS since these veneers cover your natural teeth, keeping intact the force of enamel of your teeth. Of course, it’s recommended not to force the porcelain veneers, because what will damage natural enamel will also break the porcelain. A good hygiene and a regular maintenance twice a year at the dentist make it possible to extend the life span of the LUMINEERS. In other words, treat your LUMINEERS the same way you treat your natural teeth.

 

Can LUMINEERS replace a treatment orthodontic?

In the majority of the cases, yes. If the problem orthodontic is connected to the line of smiling, the LUMINEERS can offer a fast and interesting alternative to conventional orthodontics on an aesthetic point of view. Of course, only your dentist, after a consultation, can answer this question in a precise way.

   

How much does a treatment of LUMINEERS cost?

The cost of the treatment depends on the complexity of the clinical case and the number of necessary veneers to raise the smile. Only after specific examination, the dentist can evaluate the fees. Of course, a financing is available via DENTOPLAN from National Bank.

Do the insurances refund the fees connected to LUMINEERS?

In general, the insurance companies do not cover the aesthetic care. A financing is nevertheless available via DENTOPLAN. At Mdex, the students members of the ASEQ benefit from the privileges of the agreement between Mdex and their insurer.

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