Lumineers Alexandria, VA
Thanks to developing dental technology, people with discolored, chipped, or stained teeth can restore their smiles. While some procedures like teeth whitening cannot restore some types of discoloration or tooth imperfections, Lumineers® can. These extremely thin dental veneers can fix stained teeth, small gaps, or other minor issues.
Lumineers are a great solution for patients who need cosmetic dental work but do not require extensive restoration. Alexandria Old Town Dental provides Lumineers in Alexandria and the surrounding area. Call us today at (703) 763-1078 to learn more about our services or schedule an appointment.
Dental Restoration With Lumineers
Lumineers are dental veneers that adhere to the surface of the teeth enamel. They consist of cerinate feldspathic pressable porcelain, which is very thin but strong. Patients can opt for this product when the teeth are healthy but cosmetically flawed to achieve a whiter, more perfect smile.
This treatment is ideal for patients with stained or discolored teeth and restores worn-down or chipped teeth. They can also eliminate spaces and gaps and align crooked teeth. Lumineers help brighten smiles that have had no success with professional teeth whitening products.
“This treatment is ideal for patients with stained or discolored teeth and restores worn-down or chipped teeth.”
Benefits of Lumineers
According to the Clinical, Cosmetic, and Investigational Dentistry Journal, the current trend in restorative dentistry is to choose minimally invasive treatments that leave as much of the teeth intact. A benefit of Lumineers is that they require little to no tooth grinding or reduction compared to other methods. These cosmetic coatings are constructed from super-strong, stain-resistant porcelain.
Our team works with patients to color match the coating to their natural teeth to achieve a natural-looking smile. They take less preparation and dental work than traditional veneers and can last a long time. With proper care, Lumineers can last from 10 to 20 years. While a great option for many, some patients may need more extensive dental work or thicker veneers that cover their tooth issues. Additionally, patients who grind their teeth, bite their nails, or do not practice good oral hygiene may not benefit from Lumineers.
“They take less preparation and dental work than traditional veneers and can last a long time.”
Lumineers Treatment Details
The process of fitting Lumineers takes about two appointments. Before treatment can occur, we will examine the patient's teeth and discuss their goals and concerns. Once treatment starts, we will take upper and lower impressions of the patient's teeth and makes molds of the mouth and teeth. Patients then choose the perfect shade they want for their Lumineers.
Once we collect the impressions, we will send them to the lab where technicians create the custom Lumineers. When the Lumineers are ready, the patient will return for a fitting. There is typically no preparation needed for the teeth. The dentist will have the patient try them on to check for fit and then individually bond them to each tooth.
“Once treatment starts, we will take upper and lower impressions of the patient’s teeth and makes molds of the mouth and teeth.”
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The Effects of Lumineers
The placement of Lumineers does not involve removing any of the tooth's healthy structure. Lumineers are semipermanent and usually completely reversible. Patients can choose to have their Lumineers taken off at any time. If this is the case, we will schedule a consultation to go over the process and desired outcome. Once removed, they usually do not have any effect on the original teeth.
The process of removing Lumineers is safe and effective. However, there is always a risk for damage when any type of veneer is removed from teeth. Due to this, we will need to ensure the patient's teeth and overall oral health are in proper shape for the procedure. We will also take the necessary precautions to ensure the patient's safety during this treatment.
“Lumineers are semipermanent and usually completely reversible.”
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Lumineers Versus Standard Dental Veneers
There are multiple similarities between traditional dental veneers and Lumineers. They are both custom-made devices that are fixed over teeth to create a neat, clean smile. The primary difference between the two veneer types is the thickness of the coverings. Lumineers use a special type of porcelain to be much thinner than traditional veneers. Since they are thicker, traditional veneers are often stronger than Lumineers. However, the latter looks more realistic and has a less extensive installation process. Lumineers are also a reversible process that causes less trauma to the natural teeth.
“Lumineers use a special type of porcelain to be much thinner than traditional veneers.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Who is a candidate for Lumineers?
A. Lumineers are ideal for people with healthy gums who wish to cover damaged or mildly discolored teeth to improve their smile. However, Lumineers are thin, so they may not completely cover dark discoloration. For this reason, people with severe teeth staining may want to seek an alternative treatment.
Q. Are Lumineers safe?
A. Because Lumineers require minimal teeth modifications to fit properly, they are safe. Patients should have no recovery time, and there are few side effects associated with the procedure. The most common side effect is gingival inflammation, but the is rare and can be treated easily with medication.
Q. Are Lumineers comfortable?
A. Yes, they are. Because Lumineers are so thin, they feel comfortable immediately after being placed. Grinding teeth down is not necessary, so there is no discomfort during the placement procedure.
Q. How should Lumineers be cared for?
A. Lumineers can be treated the same as natural teeth. They are stain-resistant, so there is less need to avoid strongly colored foods or beverages. Proper dental hygiene is essential for maintaining the good condition of Lumineers.
Q. Which cosmetic problems can Lumineers help?
A. Lumineers cannot replace missing teeth. However, they are an ideal solution for nearly any other cosmetic dental problem. Uneven, misshaped, discolored, chipped, and cracked teeth can all be treated with Lumineers to create a more attractive smile.
Q. How long does it take to install Lumineers?
A. Since Lumineers are custom-made, it takes two or more visits to install them. The dentist will cast a mold of the patient's mouth during the first visit and determine which shade the Lumineers should be to look natural. Then the Lumineers are bonded to teeth in the second appointment.
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If you have chipped, discolored, or otherwise damaged teeth, Lumineers may be the right solution to restore your smile. Alexandria Old Town Dental can help. Call us at 703-763-1078 to schedule an appointment or learn more about our services.
Helpful Related Links
- American Dental Association (ADA). Glossary of Dental Clinical Terms. 2025
- American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry® (AACD). Home Page. 2025
- WebMD. WebMD’s Oral Care Guide. 2025
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