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Dental Veneers

Dental Veneers In the capable hands of Dr. Mark Cruz, your chipped, discolored, gapped, and unevenly-shaped teeth are transformed with life-like porcelain veneers. Dr. Cruz also replaces existing dental work such as worn bonding or poorly-designed veneers with restorations that look, feel, and function like natural, healthy teeth.

You probably have lots of questions about this common procedure. Below, Dr. Cruz and his team answer some of those frequently asked questions and dispel some common myths about veneers.

What are the differences between porcelain veneers and composite veneers?

One is made out of ceramic or porcelain and the other is made of a composite resin material. Each approach has its advantages and disadvantages. Porcelain veneers look natural and are typically more visually alluring than composite veneers. Veneers require more effort and removal of tooth structure to accommodate the veneers.

A composite veneer requires less removal of tooth structure. Over time, the composite may not look as good as porcelain, because it can be subject to staining. Composite bonding typically costs less than porcelain veneers.

Dr. Cruz will accurately diagnose the concerns that have led you to consider this procedure, as well as your goals for treatment to arrive at the best option for you.

Do you offer Lumineers? What are the differences between Veneers and Lumineers? Is one better than the other?

Frankly, Lumineers are just a marketing tool. It is a very conservative preparation for veneers. The upside of the buzz around Lumineers is they have heightened the awareness of the veneers procedure.

While Lumineers have been trademarked, they are no different from conventional veneers, despite the claims. In fact, Lumineers were on the market when veneers became so popular in the early to mid1980s. They indicate minimal preparation and have aesthetic advantages and disadvantages.

Another way to think of Lumineers is they are simply the trade name for a thinner veneer.

Am I a good candidate for veneers?

Veneers, in general, are considered a conservative approach. For this reason, it is important to turn to an experienced dental practitioner such as Dr. Cruz to get an accurate diagnosis. Some unwanted features such as stains or pits can be indicative of more serious problems, such as tooth decay. Your oral health must be restored before the dentist moves forward with any elective procedures.

Likewise, for serious spacing issues or modest discoloration, orthodontic treatment and tooth whitening respectively may be more suitable than veneers.

With a proper diagnosis, the dental team can suggest a proper plan of action. Dr. Cruz wants you to be comfortable with the recommendation, so it’s important to schedule a consultation to determine and discuss your unique needs. Call (949) 661-1006.

View this presentation and be amazed with what Veneers can do for you.


Dental veneers before the treatment image 1
Before the Treatment
Dental veneers after the treatment image 1
After the Treatment
Dental veneers before the treatment image 2
Before the Treatment
Dental veneers after the treatment image 2
After the Treatment
Patient presents with dissatisfaction
Patient presents with dissatisfaction with existing ceramic veneers and unhappy about smile. (before treatment)
Patient happy with smile after
Patient happy with smile after replacement of old veneers with new smile design & veneers

Lack of lip support from profile
Lack of lip support from profile view with old veneers
Natural lip support with new veneers
Natural lip support with new veneers
Lack of lip support from old veneers
Lack of lip support from old veneers (frontal view) causing aged appearance.
Patient happy with youthful lip support
Patient happy with youthful lip support with new veneers profile view.
More youthful lip support with new veneers
More youthful lip support with new veneers.

Inadequate display of lower teeth
Inadequate display of lower teeth with half smile due to improper smile design with old veneers.
Attractive lip support during half smile with new veneers
Attractive lip support during half smile with new veneers.
Veneers on stone cast prior to delivery
Veneers on stone cast prior to delivery.


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Meet Dr. Mark Cruz

Dr. Mark Cruz Dr. Mark Cruz graduated from the UCLA School of Dentistry in 1986 and started his dental journey in Monarch Beach. He is a well-known lecturer internationally, and he was a part-time lecturer at UCLA. He gives individual attention to each patient while creating a friendly and enjoyable dental experience. He makes the patient a part of the dental procedure, educating them about the problem at hand.

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