I want Lumineers for 2 of my teeth that are really shaped so bad that they don’t look like teeth. If I get Lumineers and don’t like them can I get them taken off? – Jill

Jill – Before you make a final decision about Lumineers, find a skilled cosmetic dentist to examine your teeth. Lumineers may or may not be the recommended treatment.

Depending on the size and shape of the two teeth, it may be possible to reshape them. And depending on the location of your teeth, porcelain crowns may be preferably—to withstand the biting force of side and back teeth.

If you receive Lumineers or any other brand of porcelain veneers, they can be removed, but they will still require some time of cosmetic treatment. Your natural tooth is lightly shaved to accommodate a porcelain veneer, so if a veneer is removed, another veneer must be put in its place, or the tooth will need to be concealed with a porcelain crown.

Find an experienced cosmetic dentist to receive an exam and to discuss your options.

This post is sponsored by New Orleans cosmetic dentist Dr. Duane Delaune.