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Because of these stars with the dazzling white teeth and photo-op grins, more Americans are choosing to jazz up their smiles with veneers, teeth whitening and oral laser surgery.

Blame it on Hollywood for the remarkable upsurge in cosmetic dentistry.

Because of these stars with the dazzling white teeth and photo-op grins, more Americans are going for to brighten their smiles with veneers, teeth whitening and verbal laser surgery.

In fact, according to the American Dental Association, more than $35 billion per year is spent on cosmetic dentistry. But $10 billion of that is being used on repairing botched dental makeovers, states the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry.

Many cosmetic dentists are choosing to put Lumineers, to get rid of that threat.

Unlike old-fashioned veneers, Lumineers do not need any elimination of sensitive enamel construction, making the necessity for anesthesia or pain images unwanted. They give a gorgeous smile to individuals, but defend and also preserve the natural teeth - a thing that conventional veneers cannot do.

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"I am surprised when I begin to see the damage done by some cosmetic dentists," said Dr. Louis Kaufman, a Lumineers dentist based in Chicago. "A Lumineers method is so minimally unpleasant that it can fix almost any botched look makeover."

Because Lumineers keep original teeth intact, the procedure is reversible. In addition, Lumineers give instant teeth straightening and permanent lightening, which makes them a convenient alternative to braces and other orthodontics. They could also be placed over bridges and crowns to improve aesthetics.

More than 9,000 dentists now use Lumineers, which are made from Cerinate pottery. Lumineers restorations are ultra-thin, yet strong enough to avoid any micro-cracking, that may typically hurt restorations.

Lumineers have garnered numerous professional honors along with an area in Dental Products Report's "Top 10 Products" number and "5 Pluses" in a continuous two-year review in Dental Advisor.