Texas Gentle Dental offers Lumineers®, ultra-thin porcelain veneers that are bonded to the front of your teeth to change their color, shape and size. Because Lumineers are so thin, they usually need much less preparation of your natural teeth than traditional veneers. Patients in Houston visit our Copperfield Houston office on FM 529, patients in Katy visit our Cinco Ranch office, and patients north of Houston visit our Magnolia office. Lumineers are part of our cosmetic dentistry services, alongside porcelain veneers.
Lumineers in Houston TX
Lumineers can improve the look of teeth that are:
- stained or discolored, including stains that whitening doesn't lift
- chipped or worn
- slightly uneven, small or misshapen
- spaced apart, with small gaps between them
Lumineers change how your teeth look. They don't move teeth, so they aren't a replacement for braces when your bite needs correcting.
Lumineers vs Traditional Veneers
- Thickness: Lumineers are thinner than traditional porcelain veneers.
- Tooth preparation: traditional veneers usually need some enamel removed so they sit flush. Lumineers often need little or none.
- Numbing and temporaries: because there's less preparation, many patients don't need numbing or temporary veneers while they wait for their Lumineers.
- Visits: Lumineers usually take one to two visits. Traditional veneers usually take two to three.
- Best fit: Lumineers suit teeth that need a modest change. Teeth that are very dark, crowded or crooked may be better served by traditional veneers or orthodontic treatment.
We'll look at your teeth and your goals and recommend the option that will give you the result you want.
What to Expect
- Consultation: we look at your teeth, gums and bite, talk about the change you'd like, and confirm Lumineers are a good fit.
- Impressions and records: we take impressions of your upper and lower teeth, along with photos, and send them to the dental lab that makes your Lumineers.
- Placement: when your Lumineers arrive, we check the fit and color with you, then bond them to your teeth.
- Follow-up: we check your bite and how your gums are responding, and answer any questions.
Caring for Your Lumineers
Brush twice a day with a non-abrasive toothpaste, floss every day and keep up with your regular check-ups and cleanings. Avoid biting hard objects like ice, pens or fingernails, and ask us about a night guard if you grind your teeth. With good care, Lumineers can last for many years.
Cost, Insurance and Payment Options
The cost of Lumineers depends on how many teeth you're treating, so we'll give you a clear estimate after your consultation. Dental insurance often doesn't cover treatments that are mainly cosmetic, but we work with most insurance providers and will check your benefits for you. We accept CareCredit and offer payment plans. See our financing page and insurance information.
Lumineers Near You in Houston, Katy and Magnolia
Our Copperfield Houston office is at 17301-A FM 529, Houston, TX 77095. Our Cinco Ranch office is at 20680 Westheimer Pkwy Ste 50, Katy, TX 77450. Our Magnolia office is at 18252 FM 1488 #120, Magnolia, TX 77354. We have seven offices across the Houston area. Find the location nearest you, and ask about Lumineers when you book.
Frequently Asked Questions — Lumineers
Do Lumineers hurt?
Most patients feel little or no discomfort, because Lumineers usually need little or no preparation of the teeth. If your teeth need some shaping, we'll make sure you're comfortable.
Are Lumineers reversible?
Because little or no enamel is usually removed, Lumineers can sometimes be removed later. Bonding does change the surface of the tooth, though, so plan on Lumineers as a long-term choice and ask us about your own case.
What's the difference between Lumineers and veneers?
Lumineers are a thinner type of porcelain veneer that usually needs less tooth preparation. Traditional veneers are a little thicker, which can make them a better choice for covering very dark stains or making bigger changes to shape.
Can Lumineers be whitened?
No. Porcelain doesn't respond to whitening. If you'd like whiter natural teeth around your Lumineers, whiten before they're made so we can match the color.
How many visits do Lumineers take?
Usually one to two: one for impressions and records, and one to place your Lumineers once they come back from the lab.
Book a Lumineers consultation at our Copperfield Houston office, our Cinco Ranch office or our Magnolia office.
