Do you want veneers but can't decide between composite or porcelain veneers? Both offer long-term solutions to your smile concerns, filling in gaps and giving you a straighter and whiter smile. But which is the right choice for you?
Deciding between the two can seem impossible, but it doesn't need to be. Today, our guide explores treatments, costs, and customer experiences to help you decide between composite and porcelain veneers.
The treatment approach for composite and porcelain veneers differs slightly, but both involve meeting with your dentist to discuss your options before returning to have your veneers fitted. You can also use our digital scanner and 3D printer to ensure your veneers match your natural teeth.
Composite veneers are installed using the following steps:
At your initial consultation, we discuss your desired results and determine whether you are a candidate for composite veneers. You will also have a checkup, during which your mouth will be examined and any scans or x-rays taken. We can use our digital scanner and 3D printer to match the colour of your veneers with your natural teeth for a perfect smile.
We can also use these scanners to show you your new smile, providing insight before work begins.
Before your veneers can be applied, your dentist must etch the tooth's front surface. This is done with a small drill that creates a roughened texture on your teeth, strengthening the adhesion between your teeth and the veneers. This can be uncomfortable, but local anesthetic can be offered.
The resin composite is then applied to your teeth. A thin layer is sculpted into the desired shape, creating your new smile. The resin is hardened with a curing light and polished to create a natural feel and lock.
Once the veneers are applied, you must attend regular dental appointments to assess your oral health. You must also regularly brush and floss, and you should avoid biting on hard objects to ensure your veneers remain intact.
Porcelain veneers use a four-step treatment approach:
We begin with a consultation to assess your tooth condition and discuss the veneer procedure. You will also tell us your smile goals, which we use to create a treatment plan.
At an initial check-up, we will check for dental filling and use a digital scanner and 3D printer to match the colour of your veneers with your natural teeth. This allows us to create perfect porcelain veneers and crowns for a natural smile.
Before your veneers are attached, we will remove a small amount of tooth enamel to make room for them. This ensures that the veneers fit your face comfortably, giving you a more natural smile.
A thin layer of porcelain is bonded to your teeth. This helps remove spaces, straighten your teeth, and cover discoloured teeth.
After the veneers are applied, you will attend regular dental appointments to monitor your dental health and hygiene. You will also continue with regular brushing and flossing.
Both composite veneers and porcelain veneers can be fitted in one session with our new technology. Rather than being stuck with temporary veneers for weeks, you can have porcelain or composite veneers fitted in one session, provided you do not need additional dental work for your natural tooth.
Composite resin veneers are a fast treatment and can be installed in one session. The composite resin used is easy to work with, allowing us to quickly attach it and sculpt your new teeth. The thin consistency also enables us to cure them quickly so that you can return to your usual activities faster.
Porcelain veneers usually take around three weeks, and multiple visits to your dentist are needed. At Gorgeous Smiles, we have managed to condense this to just one visit with the help of our digital scanner and 3D printer. This means we can offer porcelain veneers as a same-day treatment in most cases.
You might need to make two visits if you require additional dental work before your veneers are attached, but this will be discussed during your consultation.
Composite and porcelain veneers have overlapping technological features, including our digital scanner. However, the materials used separate the two. The composite resin is thin and malleable, making it easy to tailor the smile to suit your face. The porcelain used for porcelain veneers is harder and provides a more durable smile, but it can be more time-consuming to fit.
The new technological features of composite veneers allow you to achieve the perfect smile:
Digital scanning provides us with a comprehensive view of your mouth, helping us tailor your new smile to your face. It also ensures that your veneers can be constructed without feeling too big for your face or making it difficult for you to close your mouth.
Unlike other veneers, a thin composite resin is used. The thin resin is easy for us to sculpt, helping you achieve your perfect smile. The thin consistency also allows the resin to cure quickly, speeding up the treatment and providing you with your new smile in no time.
We use a few technological features with our veneers to help you achieve your dream smile:
Digital scanning and 3D printing allow us to create a comprehensive view of your mouth, helping to tailor your smile to your face. It provides incredible detail that ensures your new smile will fit perfectly without looking fake or too big for your face.
Our colour precision technology matches your veneers to your tooth colour, blending the two. You cannot tell where your tooth stops and the veneer starts. We can also offer teeth whitening before the procedure to help you create your perfect smile.
We can create your dream smile using thin porcelain without your veneers seeming too big for your mouth or thicker than natural teeth. This helps maintain a natural smile without seeming like you have had dental work.
Porcelain veneers cost more than composite veneers, but composite veneers do not last as long, meaning you could spend more in the long term. We offer several payment plans, allowing you to spread the cost of your treatment so you can get the smile you want without waiting. Book a consultation to see a precise cost and the financing options available.
Composite veneers are affordable, ranging from $300 to $600 per tooth. The cost can vary depending on the complexity of your case, and a specific cost will be provided during your consultation.
While composite veneers are cheaper than other dental veneers, they only last for five to seven years, meaning you must continue paying for your smile to enjoy it.
Porcelain veneers can cost roughly $1,300 per tooth. The cost rises depending on how many teeth have veneers, making it an expensive option. However, the veneers can last for over ten years, making them a long-term investment.
Customers were pleased with their experiences, with the composite veneers taking less time. They were impressed with the scanners used and found the consultation informative. The colour matching with the porcelain veneers was appreciated, with customers finding they could enjoy veneers that perfectly matched their natural teeth.
Customers were impressed with their composite veneer experience. They found the consultation process informative, allowing them to decide whether composite veneers were for them. They praised the scanners used to assess their oral health too.
Customers found the quick results allows them to transform their smile without multiple dental visits. While the process was uncomfortable, few reported any pain. They also found the recovery process quick, allowing them to enjoy their new smile and return to normality.
Check out our before and after images on our site to see what your new smile could look like.
Customers were impressed with their porcelain veneer experience. Many praised the consultation process, where the veneers match your tooth colour. While this wasn't the quickest process, the time taken by dental professionals ensured that the veneers matched perfectly, creating permanent teeth to be proud of.
Customers loved the durability of their porcelain veneers and how they could be tailored to address their specific concerns. The quick results allowed them to access the smile they wanted without waiting. While the process is not pain-free, customers who wished for quick results found it worth it.
We have plenty of before and after pictures on our site for you to check out, too, so you can see what your new smile could look like.
For both composite and porcelain veneers you can expect excellent customers service. Thanks to our advanced technology, we can fit your veneers in one sitting, reducing your trips to the dentist. Alongsdie our technology, you can expect contact via phone, email, or in-person to ensure all of your questions are answered before proceeding.
You can expect fantastic customer support with your composite veneers. Although you won't attend many appointments, we will support you every step of the way. You can expect informative face-to-face consultations, where you will get to ask any questions and share your smile goals, ensuring you get your dream smile.
We offer excellent customer service for your porcelain veneers. Unlike other dentists, there is less face-to-face time, with the veneers fitted in one session for most clients. But this does not mean you are without support. From the first consultation until your veneers are fitted, we are with you every step of the way.
You have plenty of opportunities to ask any questions, make suggestions for your new smile, and get the support you need.
Composite veneers are less durable than porcelain veneers and require more aftercare to ensure they do not chip or become damaged. This involves adjusting the way you use your mouth and avoiding staining foods and drinks (like wine and coffee). Porcelain and composite veneers require regular brushing and flossing, along with dental checkups to maintain good oral hygiene.
Composite veneers don't require much aftercare, but you need to take care with them. They aren't as stain resistant as porcelain veneers, so you will need to avoid staining foods and drinks where possible to keep your veneers white. They also aren't as strong, making them more susceptible to chips and damages. You should avoid biting into hard objects and using your mouth to open packages, as this can damage the veneers.
Daily brushing and flossing is required to maintain good oral hygiene and regular dental checkups to maintain oral health and repair any damages to your veneers.
Porcelain veneers require little aftercare compared to other dental treatments. You will need to attend regular checkups every six months to have your dental health monitored. You will also need to brush your teeth regularly to ensure your new smile stays healthy.
Porcelain veneers are incredibly durable, but replacements are advised to ensure your smile remains intact. Your dentist can advise you when your veneers become loose or lose colour.
Composite resin veneers are a fantastic affordable alternative to other dental veneers, providing you with a natural smile without many visits to the dentist. Porcelain veneers however, are more durable and realistic, providing you with a beautiful smile. Whichever you choose, you are sure to have years enjoying your confident smile.
Why not book a consultation with us to see whether composite or porcelain veneers are a good choice for your new smile?
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