The Difference between Porcelain Dental Veneers and Cosmetic Bonding in Cosmetic Dentistry

Many people have misshapen, stained and chipped teeth. In order to correct these issues and improve the appearance of your teeth and smile, there are many treatment options available to you.

Consulting a cosmetic dentist and scheduling an appointment to discuss the cosmetic dental procedures most suitable for you is a good starting point in order to aid you in making an informed decision before embarking on any cosmetic dentistry.

The most common treatments to address misshapen, stained and chipped teeth include cosmetic bonding or veneer treatments.

Cosmetic Bonding is a less invasive, inexpensive and simpler procedure for a damaged tooth than veneers. It involves your cosmetic dentist applying a white composite resin to the surface of the damaged tooth in order to repair it. The resin can be coloured to match your other teeth in order to achieve a natural-looking result.

Bonding does not require any type of anaesthetic, nor does it require any recovery period. The cosmetic dentist can also bond more than one tooth in the same bonding sitting.

Veneers are thin layers of porcelain or suitable acrylic material that are situated over the natural tooth. Veneering involves freezing the tooth to be treated before removing a small amount of tooth enamel prior to applying the veneer to the tooth. Unlike natural teeth, veneers made from porcelain are stain resistant and do not get discoloured over time. Porcelain veneers are an ideal solution for transforming heavily discoloured, misshapen or damaged teeth to a beautiful, white smile.

With good aftercare and maintenance, your veneers should last for many years.
A good cosmetic dentist can advise you on the suitability of cosmetic bonding or veneers as treatment options for you.