Porcelain Veneers & Lumineers

With proper care and regular checkups, porcelain veneers can last 15 years or longer. Brushing and flossing normally, keeping your cleanings, and avoiding habits like chewing ice or opening packages with your teeth all extend their life. A night guard helps if you grind. Veneers can be replaced individually down the road if one ever needs it.

Lumineers are a thinner, minimally invasive version of a porcelain veneer. Traditional veneers require gently buffing a small layer of enamel so the shell sits flush, while Lumineers need little to no tooth preparation, which usually means no drilling, no needles, and fewer visits. Which one suits you depends on your teeth and the look you want.

Veneer pricing depends on how many teeth you are treating, whether you choose traditional porcelain or Lumineers, and the lab work your case requires. Veneers are cosmetic, so PPO plans rarely cover them, though CareCredit financing is available. You get a written estimate for the whole case before we begin. Call (310) 855-2434 to set up a consultation.

They should not. Each veneer is made to match the color, shape, and translucency of your natural teeth, which is what keeps the result looking like your smile rather than a set of tiles. We take precise impressions and work with a trusted lab on every case. Dr. Poneh Ghasri designs veneers in our West Hollywood office around your face and proportions.

You may be a strong candidate if your teeth are discolored, chipped, cracked, worn down, or gapped and the underlying teeth and gums are healthy. Active decay or gum disease is treated first. Heavy grinding, a significant bite problem, or very thin enamel can point toward a different approach. A consultation and exam is the way to find out.