For a lot of people, the dream of a picture-perfect smile comes with a worry: “Do I really want my natural teeth ground down to get there?” It’s one of the most common hesitations we hear about traditional veneers.
Here’s the good news, there’s an option that delivers a stunning smile without aggressive drilling: Lumineers. At Smile Studio 87 in Woodridge and Naperville, Lumineers let many patients transform their smile in just two visits, with no surgery and a beautifully natural look.
What Are Lumineers?
Lumineers are a brand of ultra-thin porcelain veneers, roughly as thin as a contact lens, that bond to the front of your teeth to correct discoloration, chips, gaps, and misalignment.
Like all veneers, they’re custom-made shells that cover the front surface of a tooth to enhance its appearance. But their defining feature is how little tooth preparation they require.
Learn more about veneers from the American Dental Association here.
The Big Difference: Little to No Drilling
With traditional veneers, a layer of enamel usually has to be removed from your natural teeth so the veneer can sit flush. That process is not reversible.
Lumineers are so thin that, in many cases, they can be applied with minimal to no removal of your natural tooth structure. For patients nervous about drilling or permanently altering their teeth, that’s a game-changer, a more conservative path to a dramatically improved smile.
Why Lumineers Only Take 2 Visits
One of the biggest perks? Speed and simplicity. Because Lumineers require little to no tooth preparation, the process is typically completed in just two visits:
Visit 1: Design & Impressions
We evaluate your smile, discuss your goals, and take impressions or digital scans. Because minimal prep is needed, this visit is comfortable and straightforward. Your custom Lumineers are then crafted to your exact specifications.
Visit 2: Placement
When your Lumineers are ready, we bond them precisely into place, checking fit, shade, and bite. You walk out with your new smile, often without ever needing anesthesia or drilling.
That’s it. Two visits to a smile you’ll be proud to show off.
Explore Lumineers at Smile Studio 87 here.
Our Lumineers Special
Ready to see the numbers? Right now, Smile Studio 87 is offering a standout deal:
Lumineer Veneers (front 6 teeth) — $6,500 (regularly $8,000). No surgery. Natural look. Done in 2 visits.
It’s an exceptional value for a transformation that’s fast, conservative, and stunning.
Lumineers vs. Traditional Veneers: Which Is Right for You?
Both create beautiful results, the right choice depends on your teeth and your goals:
- Lumineers are ideal when you want a reversible, minimal-prep option with a fast, two-visit timeline.
- Traditional veneers may be recommended for more significant corrections or when a bit more customization of tooth shape is needed.
The best way to know which fits you is a conversation with our cosmetic team.
Compare our traditional dental veneers here.
New Patient? We Make Switching Easy
If you’re looking for a new cosmetic dentist, because you’ve relocated, had a rough experience elsewhere, or feel anxious about the dentist, we built Smile Studio 87 around comfort and convenience:
- Same-day appointments available
- $0 cleanings for patients with insurance
- A Savings Plan for patients without insurance
- 24/7 online scheduling
- Evening and weekend hours
You deserve a dental home where you feel at ease from day one.
Meet Dr. Sumayyah Khan and Dr. Maja Sukovic, and learn about your first visit here.
Don’t Wait, Use Your Benefits Before They Expire
If you have dental insurance, keep in mind that most annual benefits reset on December 31. Any unused portion typically disappears, so scheduling now helps you maximize this year’s coverage before it’s gone. It’s a simple case of “use it or lose it.”
Ready for a Smile Transformation, No Drilling Required?
Lumineers offer a fast, conservative, and beautiful way to upgrade your smile, and with our current special, there’s never been a better time. Let’s design the smile you’ve always wanted.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Do Lumineers require drilling like traditional veneers?
In many cases, no. Lumineers are ultra-thin, about as thin as a contact lens, so they typically require minimal to no removal of your natural tooth structure, making them a more conservative option than traditional veneers.
2. How many visits do Lumineers take?
Usually just two: one to design your smile and take impressions, and one to bond your custom Lumineers into place. Many patients need no anesthesia or drilling.
3. How much do Lumineers cost at Smile Studio 87?
We’re currently offering Lumineer veneers for the front six teeth at $6,500 (regularly $8,000), with no surgery, a natural look, and completion in just two visits.
4. Are Lumineers or traditional veneers better?
It depends on your teeth and goals. Lumineers are great for a reversible, minimal-prep transformation, while traditional veneers may suit more significant corrections. A consultation with our cosmetic team will determine the best fit.
