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A way to make teeth uniform, straight and white without drilling, braces or pain?

That is what the manufacturers at Cerinate, makers of Lumineers claim. They produce custom made ultra-thin covers that slip over the teeth for a secure, snug fit. Unlike conventional porcelain veneers like caps and crowns, these do not require the teeth to be grounded down and permanently misshapen.

That means no pain, no needles and less chair time at the dentist's office.

Sounds like a dream come true for patients and dentists alike. But is it? Since introduced close to twenty years ago, more and more dentists are learning the special technique and ordering the digital equipment to help the patient visualize what their smile could look like in just two visits.

Here is what a few of them are saying:

One dentist says it is always a thrill to hand the patients a mirror after the Lumineers are in place and to see their faces light up with joy.

Another says it is a rare thing in the world of dentistry to find a product that produces such powerful results so quickly and painlessly.

Still another dentist who has been using Lumineers on his patients states how easy it is to talk to patients about a procedure that will so dramatically change their lives that doesn't involve drilling or shots.

Cosmetic dentists for years were concerned about how they literally had to permanently destroy the shape of a tooth in order to get it to hold a cap or crown. In the business to preserve teeth, it seemed to go against their grain. Now, they see an alternative. These innovative covers are securely placed and are permanent, yet reversible. They have a warranty of up to 20 years.

But not all dentists offer Lumineers. Cosmetic dentists make up less than 10% of the registered and licensed practitioners in the US. Not all of them offer Lumineers as part of their practice, yet. Still the word is spreading and more and more dentists are signing up to be providers. In fact you can go online to lumineers.com and find one closest to you. People who live near a large metropolitan area are bound to find a few who are.

AND, what are these people who have had them placed say about the experience?

Many report how the embarrassment they felt over large gaps, teeth discolored by Tetracycline that wouldn't whiten, or crooked and chipped teeth virtually disappeared in a matter of minutes in the dentist chair. The results are phenomenal.

One woman got them done before her wedding day so she wouldn't be shy before the camera (or ever again). It was a new start for her new life.

A man said that his tooth sensitivity vanished because the Lumineers protected and shielded the nerves in his teeth. Not only was he proud of his smile, but he could eat things he hadn't been able to for years.

A younger woman said she had always been self-conscious about her too small teeth and the gaps between them. Now she has her dream smile.

An older patient said over time, his teeth had worn down and yellowed. With Lumineers it was as if they had reversed time. His teeth were strong, white and it was easier to chew again.

Testimony after testimony from both patients and dentists expound their pleasure with these ultra-thin porcelain veneers that have been on the market for about 20 years now.

A painless, permanent, pleasant way to reshape your smile - that is what the Lumineers video claims. It seems both dentists and patients agree. Are there some down sides? The cost is fairly steep, but less than conventional veneers. Most do not feel any difference in their mouths because they are so light weight and thin. But a few have reported they took getting used to. Of course, so do caps.

You may want to hug your dentist after you get them, but you won’t be able to kiss your dentist goodbye. It is important to have regular cleanings and to brush your teeth as you normally would. Lumineers may leave a microscopic gap between your teeth and the gum line, and without proper oral care, bacteria can seep in causing gum disease and tooth decay.

If you have slightly yellowed teeth, there are other less expensive ways to get them white. But if you have permanently stained teeth from medications or tobacco, or if your teeth are not aligned properly, are chipped or uneven, then Lumineers just may be the answer to your dreams.