Lumineer’s are the latest thing to come out of dental advances, they are a cosmetic solution to the age old problem of misaligned, discoloured, chipped and cracked teeth, says Aintree dentist. Made from a newly designed formula, which includes Porcelain, they are so tough and hard wearing that they come in a super thin format. Unlike conventional veneers, which are also made from Porcelain, these particular veneers can be fitted straight onto the teeth without any preparation work. Most Lumineer’s can be fitted by a dentist in their surgery, and in your lunch hour as they take less than 30 minutes to adhere to the teeth. Although they are very thin, they still cover all the aforementioned cosmetic problems that a lot of people have. With normal veneers a lot of preparation work is needed to enable the thicker veneers to be fitted properly. The teeth are shaved of their enamel and the veneer then replaces that enamel, which means that unless you want to lose the tooth entirely, you can only ever have a veneer fitted to it. The Lumineer lasts around 20 years compared to 10-15 for the conventional veneers. If you need any other work done on the tooth, then with the Lumineer it is quite easy to have it lifted off to enable this to be done, then you can either leave the tooth as it originally was or have the Lumineer re-fitted. That is one of the main advantages along with the reduction in cost.
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Lumineer’s are they really that good? Aintree dentist advises
Sunday, July 18th, 2010What are Lumineers and how can they help your problem. By a Bootle dentist
Thursday, June 24th, 2010
We all get teeth problems in our lifetime; no matter how well we look after our teeth says a Bootle dentist. Many of these problems are caused by circumstances beyond our control, and are often expensive to fix. Having teeth problems knocks our confidence and makes us conscious of the problem when speaking to people. Let’s look at some of the most common; discoloured teeth, chipped, cracked and misaligned teeth. The good news is that all these problems can be fixed with a Lumineer, but how? Well, a Lumineer is a veneer and we all know what a veneer is don`t we? This innovative type is fairly new and it really is a revolution in modern day dentistry. Made from a specially designed formula, it is tougher than a conventional veneer and so it comes in a much thinner format. It can be fitted in less than an hour and you can even have more than one at a time. There is no need in most cases for an anaesthetic as there is no need to shave the tooth before fitting, as is the case with normal veneers. Tests have shown they can last up to 20 years, and if a better method comes along in the future, then the Lumineer is simply removed to allow work on the tooth. With a normal veneer, once the tooth is shaved to accept the veneer it can only ever have a new veneer fitted back on. The price of a Lumineer is also better than a veneer as not so much work is needed.
Get healthier looking, whiter teeth from Everton dentist
Tuesday, June 1st, 2010
Everyone wants to look his or her best, especially in the modern world where image counts for so much. Your smile is one of the most important parts of your appearance and one that can instantly give so much away about you, so it is vital that you are comfortable with showing it to others. Having discoloured teeth or stains can affect how confident we are when we smile and this can cause major self-esteem issues that can take years to fully deal with.
However, there is a fairly straightforward and affordable answer to remedy discoloured teeth. Teeth whitening is one of the most common cosmetic dentistry treatments, available at most dentists in the UK. There are a number of different whitening systems on the market, designed for different types of teeth, so it will be up to you and your Everton dentist to decide which treatment will yield the best results for you.
Teeth whitening works by placing an active gel containing hydrogen peroxide next to the tooth enamel in specially designed trays. The hydrogen peroxide, which has been used in dentistry for nearly a hundred years and is perfectly safe in the hands of a dentist, penetrates the enamel and gradually bleaches and discoloured areas white. It is always a good idea to have whitening carried out by a dentist as there are complications that can occur with home whitening kits.
There are many different types of teeth which will all react differently to the whitening gel. Some will display more instant reactions than others, but given the right treatment it is possible for everyone to benefit from the healthy appearance of whiter teeth.
No more yellow teeth with whitening from Kirby dentist
Saturday, February 6th, 2010
Having yellow or discoloured teeth can be quite unattractive and can really add years to a person’s appearance. There are many reasons why teeth turn yellow that are both man-made and completely natural. Obviously one of the biggest causes is smoking. The nicotine in cigarettes and cigars is yellow and can stain very easily. Persistent smoking over the years can cause a yellowing of the teeth that is impossible to remove with normal brushing.
The other significant cause of yellow teeth is simply age. Teeth naturally lose their colour as we get older as one of the signs of aging so anyway to reverse this process will make us look younger. That’s where teeth whitening comes in. Whitening can really change the appearance of discoloured teeth and as it has become more popular over the last decade or so, is now affordable for almost any budget.
Whitening works by applying the active ingredient, hydrogen peroxide, to the surface enamel of the stained teeth. It seeps in gradually and bleaches the enamel back to a healthier white colour. There are many different treatments on the market, some more suitable for some patients than others but results are achievable in every case.
Kirby dentists offer various forms of teeth whitening as a standard cosmetic dentistry treatment and if you have it performed in surgery there are no safety risks associated with some home-whitening kits. Ask your dentist for detail and you could whiten your teeth by up to an incredible ten shades.
Brighter smile with teeth whitening from Merseyside dentist
Saturday, January 9th, 2010
Just as going grey as we get older is a fact of life, so is loosing the natural colour of your teeth. As time passes our teeth gradually become stained form the food and drink we ingest which diminishes their white appearance. This loss of colour affects some people more than others and can often be dependant on lifestyle. People who drink coffee and red wine are more likely to have stained teeth, as are people who use tobacco products of any sort.
Just like dying hair to restore its original colour, it is also possible to return teeth to their original colour, or at least slow down the rate of discolouration. There are many teeth whitening procedures available to patients of various quality and strength. Teeth whitening involves bleaching the stained teeth to break down the stains and make them appear whiter. The process is relatively simple and is offered by most dentists as a basic cosmetic procedure. Most treatments take place in-surgery but dentist can also offer prepared trays to use at home.
The active ingredient in dental bleaching is a form of peroxide that varies in strength in the gels from three to 30 per cent depending on requirements and who is performing the procedure. Higher strength gels can cause damage to soft tissue such as lips and gums, so should only be used by a dentist with the appropriate safety equipment. Patients are advised to exercise great caution when using whitening kits bought from the internet as they can often be of a higher strength than is safe. It is always best to get whitening treatment form a dentist.
Some patients’ teeth respond better to whitening treatments better than others’. Some patients notice marked improvements after one treatment where as others may need several treatments to notice any discernable whitening. However, with the correct treatment it is possible to lighten teeth by up to ten shades, but this depends on your teeth and the type of gel used.