Veneers may be made from porcelain or a resin-based composite material. Each type of veneer comes with benefits and drawbacks.
Porcelain Veneers
Porcelain veneers are custom-made, thin shells attached to the front of your teeth. Porcelain veneers are less invasive than crowns (a replacement for the visible portion of the tooth) or implants (an artificial tooth attached to the jaw) as a means of improving the aesthetics of your teeth.
They are durable, natural-looking, sturdy, stain-resistant, and long-lasting coverings.3
Resin-Based Composite Veneers
Resin-based composite veneers are attached to the front of your teeth with a tooth-colored bonding agent.
Compared to porcelain veneers, composite veneers don’t require as much reshaping of the tooth.4 The procedure may be completed in a single visit to the dentist in some cases. They are also usually less expensive and easier to fix.
However, composite veneers aren’t as sturdy or long lasting as porcelain veneers. They’re also easier to stain over time. They may not be as effective in treating more severe cosmetic dental issues either.3
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