More Than A Number

If you are ready for a dental veneer, one of the most important discussions you can have with your cosmetic dentist is the type of veneer to use. There are two primary materials used in creating a veneer: porcelain and composite materials. Factors such as cost and time spent in having them implanted are things that must be considered when making a decision on which type of veneer to use.

Porcelain veneers are far more durable than composite veneers, lasting 15 years or more while a composite veneer might only last five years. However, a porcelain veneer can be three times more expensive per tooth than a composite veneer, making cost a significant consideration. On the plus side, a porcelain veneer is much easier to clean and resistant to staining; however, implanting porcelain veneers is a multiple-step process that involves sending dental impressions to a lab while composite veneers can be created by the dentist and installed in the same session.