There are many cases where bonding would be a better treatment option than Lumineers. Learn the differences between these dental restoration methods and which one may be the best choice for you. This would be on my front two teeth. Bonding is used as a filling material as well as to cover the back or the front of an entire tooth to mimic a veneer.  Bonding does not last as long as a veneer or lumineer and the color is dull and it does not reflect light like a veneer of lumineer. I hope this helps. But I would advise you to be careful. When a dentist uses bonding, it means that he is applying a resin to your tooth to cover up an imperfection. Only 1-2% of dentists are artistically inclined like this. Good luck.  I wanted to do veneers but he recommends crowns.Having said that, if the existing composite on your front teeth is on the fronts of those teeth, then trimming that composite back and putting a porcelain veneer over it instead would be an excellent treatment. The two factors that are looked at is how much of your natural tooth is left and how much composite bonding covers the tooth. Usually they cost anywhere from $900 - $4,000 each depending on your state and which doctor you choose. Without knowing your dentist and seeing the teeth you’re talking about, I couldn’t tell if that is the case.  If you’re just looking to have WHITE teeth with minimal tooth details, then Lumineers is the one. All my of Lumineers patients are happy with their results.  T...When would you recommend lumineers instead of veneers?The information on RealSelf is intended for educational purposes only. If you have bonding in place, but have decided veneers are a better fit for you, you may wonder if you can put veneers over composite bonding.
A veneer is a piece of porcelain that covers the entire front of your tooth. If you have minor discrepancies and/or corrections to make a simple bonding could be a great form of treatment. Veneers are bonded to the teeth using a composite cement, so that can be done. It is not possible to place a porcelain veneer over the top of a crown. Veneers and crowns can both improve the look and function of your teeth. My dentist says that you cannot put veneers over a tooth that is mostly made up of composite, is this a true statement? © 2020 David R. Newkirk, DDS, All Rights Reserved. So I often get e-mails from patients whose dentist told them that they should have crowns when they really should have porcelain veneers. While we do connect people with vetted, board-certified doctors, we don’t provide medical consultations, diagnosis, or advice. Veneers aren’t often covered by insurance, as they’re considered a cosmetic procedure. Hello, Dr. Bill V here, Yes, it can be done, however, the results may be less than ideal in terms of appearance and durability. Composite resins and their ‘polishability’ and ability to mimic natural shiny tooth enamel have improved greatly over the last 10 to 15 years and now these materials can in some cases look as good, and sometimes better than porcelain veneers. bonding works very well.
Dr. C Lumineers are as thin as a contact and no reduction to the tooth is necessary,  but you have to be the proper candidate for this non prep procedure.  Dental bonding can be a nice treatment option as long as you are realistic with your expectations. Bonding and veneers are two great ways you can cosmetically enhance the appearance of your teeth – changing size, shape and color. On average, you should plan to budget $1,500 - $2,000 each to be on the safe side. Unfortunately, the answer to this question is not one size fits all.  If you have small teeth with spaces between them, then Lumineers would look fine. By the time it has that much filling to it, it should be covered with a crown anyway to keep it from breaking off.

If you’re experiencing a medical issue, please contact a healthcare professional or dial 911 immediately. But when a tooth is, say, half composite filling, it isn’t smart to put a porcelain veneer over it. If you go to...I am a Lumineers certified Dentist and I love Lumineers for my patients.  My Lumineers patients LOVES their Lumineers.  You have to find the right dentist.  Not all dentists are created equal.  Consult with many dentist before you put down your hard earned money. ...I've done and placed both traditional porcelain veneers and the most recent generation of Lumineers (IPS eMax). This would allow you to repair or restore your oral in an even less invasive way. According to the Consumer Guide to Dentistry, traditional veneers can cost an … Porcelain veneers done badly can also make the teeth look very ‘fake’. Lumineers is just a brand of veneers, it ABSOLUTELY does not mean it will be cheaper. An artistic dentist will be very proud of the appearance of his or her work, and will display photographs of that work. Lumineers are as thin as a contact and no reduction to the tooth is necessary,  but you have to be the proper candidate for this non prep procedure. They may be on the walls of the office, or in photo books.