Lumineers in Matteson, IL

Enhancing Oral Health: The Significance of Lumineers

Minimal tooth preparation: Lumineers require minimal tooth preparation and are less invasive compared to traditional veneers.

Enhanced aesthetics: Lumineers are made of thin, translucent porcelain that creates a natural-looking and radiant smile.

Durability and longevity: Lumineers are durable and resistant to staining and chipping, ensuring a long-lasting smile enhancement.

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What are Lumineers?

Lumineers are ultra-thin porcelain dental veneers that are custom-made to fit over the front surface of teeth. With a thickness comparable to a contact lens, Lumineers require minimal to no tooth preparation and offer a highly translucent appearance that closely resembles natural tooth enamel.

They are designed to enhance the aesthetics of smiles by addressing concerns such as discoloration, misalignment, gaps, or chipped teeth. Lumineers are stain-resistant, durable, and provide a personalized and long-lasting solution for achieving a natural-looking and radiant smile.

Lumineers for Cosmetic Purposes

Lumineers are one of the most popular solutions for replacing defective enamel. Lumineers, and the more well-known dental veneers, are used to replace enamel on teeth that have become stained or simply do not have the shine or the whiteness they once did. Lumineers, like the dental veneers, are an extremely thin strip of porcelain that is placed over your naturally occurring teeth. These ultra-thin strips of porcelain can augment your teeth and make them look like there is no damage, no stains, and that they are perfectly formed and shaped.

For this reason, Lumineers can be used to –

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Lumineers as Restorations

Conservative approach

One significant advantage of using Lumineers as restorations is their conservative nature. Unlike traditional restorations such as dental crowns, Lumineers require minimal or no tooth preparation. This means that a significant amount of the natural tooth structure can be preserved, reducing the need for extensive enamel removal. This conservative approach helps maintain the overall health and strength of the teeth.

Natural appearance

Lumineers as restorations provide a solution that not only restores the functionality of damaged teeth but also enhances their aesthetics. The thin porcelain shells of Lumineers are custom-made to fit over the affected teeth, covering imperfections and creating a natural-looking surface. The translucent nature of Lumineers closely mimics the appearance of natural tooth enamel, ensuring a seamless and attractive smile.

Durability and resistance

Lumineers used as restorations are made from high-quality, durable porcelain material. This material is known for its strength and resistance to staining, providing a long-lasting restoration solution. Lumineers are designed to withstand the forces of everyday biting and chewing, ensuring their durability and functionality over time. Their resistance to staining helps maintain the restored teeth’s brightness and aesthetics.

Versatile

Lumineers offer versatility in addressing various dental concerns. Whether it’s repairing chips, cracks, or worn-down enamel, correcting tooth misalignment, or closing gaps between teeth, Lumineers can provide a comprehensive solution. Their customized design and ability to cover imperfections make them a suitable choice for a wide range of dental restoration needs.

Lumineers vs. Dental Veneers

Patients often ask us why they should choose Lumineers over the more common dental veneers. The answer to this question is relatively simple. When you have dental veneers placed, there’s a need to scrape away a portion of your dental enamel to make way for the veneers. Essentially, what you are doing with dental veneers is removing the naturally occurring enamel so that they can lay flat without making your teeth appear overly large. The challenge with this process is that veneers permanently alter your teeth. Once the enamel is gone, you will always need a dental restoration in order to protect them.

Simultaneously, this process can be incredibly uncomfortable and that discomfort can last for days. Also, it is important to note that the more naturally occurring enamel you have, the better it is for the overall longevity of your teeth. When you decide to use Lumineers, over the more commonly used dental veneers, you are choosing a solution that is less invasive and typically allows for your enamel to remain intact. The Lumineers are as thin as a contact lens and this allows them to be placed without requiring your natural teeth to be permanently altered. This makes the process of receiving Lumineers more comfortable, faster, and reversible. As a result, we have found that our Matteson, IL patients tend to prefer this option.

Lumineers are Reversible

A benefit of Lumineers is that they are completely reversible because there is no grinding down of healthy tooth enamel, and in most cases, your natural teeth are still intact. However, once you have Lumineers it is highly unlikely that you’re going to want to go back to your old teeth.

If you are the kind of person who wants a beautiful smile, the Hollywood smile, then you need to consider Lumineers to replace your stained, damage, cracked, chipped or otherwise imperfect teeth.

The process is quick, the results are stunning, and the convenience factor is the most important aspect when it comes to choosing Lumineers over alternative solutions.

The Process of Receiving Lumineers from Progressive Dental & Associates

Initial consultation and measurements

Once you have decided to improve your smile with Lumineers, the first step is to visit our 60443 office for an initial consultation. During this visit, impressions of your upper and lower teeth will be taken, along with measurements. These impressions and measurements are crucial in creating customized Lumineers that fit perfectly and look natural.

Creation of Lumineers

The information collected during the initial consultation is sent to the Lumineers laboratory along with photographs and other records. The laboratory creates the Lumineers on-site using your specific measurements. This ensures that the Lumineers are tailored to your teeth, providing a precise and personalized fit.

No shots or enamel removal

Unlike traditional veneers, the process of getting Lumineers does not require any shots or drilling to remove enamel from your teeth. This means that the procedure is minimally invasive and preserves your natural tooth structure. Additionally, there is no need to wear temporary acrylic restorations, eliminating any potential aesthetic concerns during the process.

Second appointment and final placement

The second appointment at our Matteson office marks the final step of the Lumineers procedure. During this visit, the Lumineers will be fitted and bonded into place on your teeth. We will ensure that the color palette and other factors are considered to achieve the desired aesthetic outcome. Once the Lumineers are bonded, you will have your new smile that looks exactly the way you want it to.

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Dr. Robert D. Durr graduated from Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine.

Dr. Durr attends countless hours of continuing education at post-doctoral symposiums all over the country every year. Dr. Durr is a fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantology and member of DOCS. Since he began practicing dentistry, he has kept up-to-date on many of the latest products, procedures and dental technology, ensuring that his patients receive the most comprehensive and advanced dental care possible.

Testimonials From Our Patients

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Bobbie Stewart

October 16, 2024

For over 2 weeks, we have been going back and forth to the emergency room and finally was told it was a dental concern. Once we figure that out, we called several dentists for an emergency appointment because the medical doctor says it must be taken care within 2 days. After calling that morning, we were able to get an appointment that afternoon, immediately. The receptionist schedule the appointment, check my insurance while on the telephone. Her personality and customer care was exceptional. She offered sincere care for the problem and concern. When someone is experience a difficult time when a love one is sick. It can be overwhelming . It was so refreshing to have someone that actually cared. Now we are on the right track to recovery. Thank you soooo much. My family now has a new dentist. Signed, grateful

Leonard Harris Jr (BabyLeonard)

September 25, 2024

Well, I was just there this morning at 10am The dental office called me this morning because my appointment wasn’t until 3:00 PM today they asked me if I could come in earlier at 10 AM and I said YES and I did It is now 4:46pm so need a little more time to see how this cap work out. But thanks for the chance to give feedback need a little more time to come to a conclusion. The dental office was very clean,the dentist himself and the technicians very knowledgeable. Would I refer PROGRESSIVE DENTAL yes I would if you can afford to work. THANKS

Clemmle Mclntosh

September 10, 2024

Staff was very friendly, the Dentist was extremy knowledge and professional. I was very impress and made me feel good about myself. Dr. Dunn assured me that he was going to bring back my smile again. Thanks Progressive! Clemmie McIntosh. I will be spreading the word!

Donna Grant

July 30, 2024

I have been getting dental care from the progressive team for almost 2 years now and I love every minute, I never had to wait, flexible schedule, exceptional customer service from the front to the back. Everyone is so welcoming. It’s life. Family home you’re visiting. I will recommend progressive every time.

Beverly Colar-Credelle

July 18, 2024

It was my second time, within a month, visiting this dental office. The establishment is very clean and well organized. The front desk staff (Sharon and Susan) are friendly and professional. My service, for both visits, was provided by the dental hygienists Ms. Kayla Scott. She was very professional, thorough and gentle. Well, since I’m in this for the long haul, to get back on track with my oral care after my previous dentist abruptly closed his practice in 2022, I’m glad I am very pleased with the service provided at Progressive Dental. I recommend this practice!

Delorise Cunigan

June 27, 2024

Great service and staff! I am always happy with my services and the care that I receive.

Theresa Wright

June 17, 2024

The dental technician was very Nice. I hope she will cleaned my teeth on my next appointment.

Charlotte Bumpers

June 17, 2024

My dentist hygienist was knowledgeable, friendly and mostly patient, since I act like a 5 year old no matter what services are rendered😊

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