Lumineers and porcelain veneers are both great treatments that have helped a lot of patients achieve their dream smiles. While there are some similarities between veneers and Lumineers, there are several notable differences, such as:
Less durable. Lumineers are ultra-thin (0.2 mm) compared to ordinary porcelain veneers (0.5 mm). Hence, they’re less durable.
More translucent. Because Lumineers are thinner, they’re a bit more translucent than traditional porcelain veneers. For this reason, they can provide extremely natural-looking results.
Faster and less invasive. Lumineers can often be fitted straight over your natural teeth, eliminating the need to remove any amount of tooth structure and shortening your treatment timeline.
Less expensive. Lumineers are typically considered to be the less costly option, though this depends a lot on the individual case.
Porcelain veneers are not suitable for everyone, and Lumineers are best used in specific cases. A personalized consultation with your dentist is the best way to find out if they can benefit you and which type will best meet your requirements.