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The modern, minimally invasive alternative to dental crowns
A New Smile Without Grinding Down Your Healthy Teeth
MINISH veneers are ultra-thin porcelain bonded over your natural teeth, so you keep the tooth underneath. See if you're a candidate at a free consultation in Downtown Vancouver.
Performed by Dr. Gloria Jung at Dentudio, Canada's only authorized MINISH provider.
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4.9 stars on Google
Open 7 days a week
Direct billing to most insurance
MINISH-trained dentist
If you want veneers but you're worried about your real teeth, read this
You were told a crown is your only option for a damaged or worn molar.
There's now an alternative that keeps far more of your natural tooth structure.
Your existing crown is failing, sensitive, or showing a dark line at the gum.
A failing crown doesn't always mean more drilling. In many cases MINISH can replace it.
You want to repair a chipped or cracked tooth, but you don't want it shaved down to a stub.
MINISH bonds over the damage without sacrificing healthy structure around it.
If any of this is you, keep reading.
The next section explains the three things most patients aren't told before they agree to a crown.
What MINISH actually is
Porcelain about as thin as a contact lens
Traditional veneers and crowns often need 0.5 to 1.2 mm of your tooth removed first. MINISH is just 0.1 to 0.2 mm thick, so we keep far more of your natural enamel and bond the porcelain over the top.
It bonds to your tooth to become a single, unified structure that is strong, sealed, and indistinguishable from natural enamel.
0.1mm
VS
MINISH
1.2mm
VS
Traditional crown
1.5–2mm
Tooth removed for crown
6–12×
Thinner than a traditional crown
0.1mm
Thickness — bonded, not cemented
VITA
German ceramic, translucent like real enamel
200K+
MINISH units placed worldwide
Molar MINISH, engineered for back teeth.
Originally designed for front-tooth aesthetics, MINISH has evolved to handle the demands of back teeth, the teeth that take the brunt of biting, chewing, and grinding.
Molar MINISH is the version that replaces crowns. Same precision. Same enamel preservation. Built for chewing force.
MINISH vs. traditional crown: see the difference.
Same goal: a restored tooth. Two very different paths to get there.
Factor | Minish | Traditionalcrown |
|---|---|---|
Strength | Bonds to become one with the tooth | Cemented over a reduced tooth |
Reversibility | Conservative, your tooth is preserved | Permanent, cannot be undone |
Anesthesia required | Often not needed | Typically required |
Tooth structure removed | 0.1–0.2mm (often none) | 1.5–2mm (most of enamel) |
Number of visits | Usually 2 | Usually 2–3 |
Sensitivity risk | Minimal | Moderate to high |
Appearance | Translucent, mirrors natural enamel | Opaque, often visible at gumline |
Expected lifespan | 10–15+ years with care | 10–15 years, then re-prep required. |
Future treatment options | Full range remains available | Limited, usually another crown |
Both restorations last about the same length of time. Only one keeps your tooth.
How MINISH works, step by step.
From your first consultation to your final bonded restoration, usually completed in two visits over 2–4 weeks.
Free consultation & 3D scan
We assess your bite, tooth structure, and goals with a fast, accurate digital 3D scan, no goopy moulds. You'll leave with a clear picture of whether MINISH is right for you, a treatment plan, and a personalized quote.
Custom design at the in-house MINISH Lab
Your restorations are digitally designed and milled with sub-100-micron precision from VITA ceramic crafted in Germany. Every MINISH is custom-made for your specific bite and surrounding teeth.
Minimally invasive preparation
Most MINISH cases need only a light polish of the tooth surface, with little to no drilling and often no anesthesia. If you're replacing an existing crown, we remove the old crown and prepare the tooth with the smallest possible intervention.
Permanent bonding
Your MINISH is permanently bonded to your tooth with a precise adhesive process, so the MINISH and your tooth function as a single, unified structure: strong, sealed, and lifelike.
Walk out and smile
No long downtime. You leave with a restored bite, sealed teeth, and a smile that looks and feels like your own, because most of it still is.
An authorized MINISH Veneers provider in Vancouver
Your MINISH treatment is done by Dr. Gloria Jung
Roughly 47 authorized MINISH clinics exist in the world. Only one is in Canada, and Dr. Gloria Jung at Lux Dental is the dentist behind it.
Dr. Jung trained directly under Dr. Jung Ho Kang, MINISH's inventor, at MINISH Dental Hospital in Seoul. She brought that standard of precision, artistry, and enamel preservation to Lux Dental in Downtown Vancouver, and she remains the only dentist in Canada authorized to perform authentic MINISH treatments.
Canada's only authorized MINISH provider.
Trained directly under Dr. Kang at MINISH Dental Hospital, Seoul.
In-house 3D scanning, digital design, and precision bonding.
Multilingual care: English, Korean, and Chinese.
Patients travel from across BC and beyond to be treated by Dr. Jung at Lux Dental.
Before & after.
Real patients of Dentudio. Real MINISH transformations.
Every case shown here was treated at Lux Dental in Vancouver by Dr. Gloria Jung using authentic MINISH technology. We've labelled each case so you can find the one closest to yours.
Photos show individual results. Your outcome depends on your teeth and goals.
What our patients say
Rated 4.9 on Google across 164 reviews
I had a great experience at this dental clinic. The entire team was professional, friendly, and welcoming.
Alexander Medyansky
I had a great experience and would definitely recommend Lux clinic.
Visited for the first time and had an excellent experience from start to finish. Everyone was welcoming, professional and friendly.
Rahim
If you've been quoted for crown work, you may already have benefits available
Cost and coverage
We bill most insurance plans directly. Some restorative work may qualify for partial coverage, which we assess at your consultation. Ask us about payment plans.
A plan-by-plan benefits review, we check your specific coverage with you
Direct billing on most major dental insurance plans, and CDCP for eligible patients
You'll leave your free consultation knowing exactly what to expect before you commit to anything. No surprises.
What's included in your consultation
A clinical evaluation of your tooth structure, bite, and goals, performed by Canada's only authorized MINISH dentist.
A direct, honest answer on whether MINISH is right for your specific case, or whether another option would serve you better.
A live, plan-by-plan review of your dental insurance benefits, including coverage for crown-level restorative work.
A personalized treatment plan, including timeline and what to expect at each visit.
Time to ask every question you have, no rushing, no pressure.
Transparent treatment planning and costs
Flexible payment options available
Treatment can be staged to maximize your annual benefits
Coverage varies by plan and provider. Your free consultation includes a complimentary review of your benefits; benefits are determined by your insurer.
