Cosmetic dental bonding<\/a> applies tooth-colored composite resin to the enamel to cover any chips or signs of damage. It can be shaded to match your natural teeth so as not to stand out in the mouth.<\/p>\nThe resin used in bonding can be used to address minor cosmetic issues such as gaps, chips or the shape of the teeth. Compared with porcelain veneers, the procedure is simpler and generally less costly; it also requires fewer changes to the enamel.<\/p>\n
On the other hand, the effects of dental bonding tend to be less durable than porcelain veneers \u2013 usually lasting up to 10 years \u2013 and leave the teeth more vulnerable to staining. Furthermore, dental bonding is relatively limited in what it can address; it might not be suitable for a complete smile makeover.<\/p>\n
Advantages and Disadvantages of Porcelain Veneers<\/h2>\n
Porcelain veneers are bonded directly to the front of the tooth, covering any number of cosmetic issues.<\/p>\n
In general, veneers are more suitable for making extensive changes to the appearance of your teeth than cosmetic bonding; in addition to physical damage, they can also hide permanent stains and unusually large spaces. Unlike tooth enamel, porcelain is not porous, so they won\u2019t stain as easily. In general, veneers last longer \u2013 up to 15 years \u2013 than the resin used in cosmetic bonding.<\/p>\n
With that said, because porcelain veneers require changes to the natural tooth, the procedure is irreversible. There\u2019s also the matter of cost to consider \u2013 although prices may vary depending on the number of veneers used \u2013 as well as the additional preparation time required.<\/p>\n
\u00a0Which is Best for You?<\/h2>\n
In general, the biggest factor when choosing between cosmetic bonding and porcelain veneers will be the changes desired. If you only have a few minor imperfections that you want to cover up, bonding is the simpler, more cost-effective option. For larger changes \u2013 or issues that dental bonding simply can\u2019t address \u2013 porcelain veneers may be the better choice.<\/p>\n
The best way to decide is to meet with your cosmetic dentist in Superior and outline exactly what changes you want to make and what you hope to gain from the treatment. They\u2019ll be able to examine your mouth and walk you through each option before helping you select the best choice for enhancing your smile.<\/p>\n
About the Practice<\/h3>\n
At Hill Avenue Dental, we employ advanced technology such as digital X-rays and DIAGONOdent cavity detectors to bring our patients the most up-to-date dental care. For those who want to improve the appearance of their teeth, we offer cosmetic dental bonding as well as porcelain veneers. To schedule an appointment, visit our website<\/a> or call (712) 336-4895.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"For years you\u2019ve had a couple of chipped teeth, and they\u2019re the reason why you don\u2019t like looking at photos of yourself. You\u2019ve decided that it\u2019s finally time to ask your dentist to do something about it, but what will they recommend? And how will you know which is right for you? Here are the […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\n
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For years you\u2019ve had a couple of chipped teeth, and they\u2019re the reason why you don\u2019t like looking at photos of yourself. You\u2019ve decided that it\u2019s finally time to ask your dentist to do something about it, but what will they recommend? And how will you know which is right for you? Here are the pros and cons to consider when choosing between porcelain veneers and dental bonding in Superior.<\/p>\n