Dental bonding and porcelain veneers are two popular options for cosmetic dentistry. Depending on your dental issues, you can benefit from either procedure, but one may be more appealing if you are looking for better aesthetics. Let’s take a closer look at what bonding and veneers are and how they can improve your oral health.
Advantages Of Bonding
Dental bonding is a cosmetic procedure that helps repair chipped or cracked teeth, close large gaps, and change the shape of teeth. Bonding can be done in one visit because of the fast-curing resin. Resin will be applied to the tooth or multiple teeth to correct the issue, and a high-powered light is used to cure it. While bonding is durable, it may not be as long-lasting as other cosmetic procedures.
Advantages Of Veneers
Veneers are thin shells that are made to be placed on the front of your teeth to help correct severe discoloration, enamel erosion, and structural concerns. Veneers can also help you have straighter and more aligned teeth for a better bite and smile. Veneers also mimic the look of real enamel by being translucent and light-reflecting. These are permanently bonded to your teeth and are irreversible.
Best Choice For Different Dental Issues
Both bonding and veneers provide benefits for patients with a variety of issues. Even if your teeth are relatively healthy, having a cosmetic procedure can help you look your best while extending the life of your current enamel. Having cosmetic procedures can help reduce the likelihood of frequent dental work and dentures as you age. Here are some common dental issues you may experience and how dental bonding or veneers can help.
Helping With Tooth Loss
After losing multiple teeth, patients will want to restore the strength of their mouth while also filling the gaps left in their smile. Veneers are often the top choice for those with gaps because they can be a more durable solution. Veneers can help you have a full set of teeth that are straight and properly colored again.
Bonding can be used for minor structural issues to help with teeth that are chipped or broken. If the tooth has been fully removed, bonding can not be done; instead, you may need to have an implant and veneer combo. Bonding is also not as durable as veneers, meaning you could need to come back for bonding after just a few years due to the wear on teeth from talking and eating.
Tooth Discoloration
Dark and discolored teeth can make us self-conscious, so wanting to improve the look of our teeth can be done with veneers and bonding. Veneers are stain-resistant, making them a great long-term choice for those who want to have white and bright teeth.
Bonding can help with discoloration, but it will need to be touched up due to staining. Especially for those who drink alcohol, smoke, or eat acidic foods, bonding resin can stain easily. If you have minor staining and are following oral hygiene practices to reduce stains, bonding may be a more affordable solution.
Alignment And Spacing Problems
Minor spacing issues can be addressed by bonding and veneers. Less extensive issues can typically be handled by dental bonding and completed in one session. This eliminates the need for braces or Invisalign and helps patients feel confident much quicker.
Veneers can also help to close gaps without the need for braces. The custom shape and size of veneers allow them to cover gaps between your original teeth without needing to move the teeth around with expensive and painful orthodontic procedures.
Veneers And Other Services From Sunset Dental
At Sunset Dental, we can help you get the smile of your dreams. Our porcelain laminate veneers help to improve the appearance and durability of your teeth, allowing you to smile with confidence, eat normally, and avoid concerns about deteriorating oral health. Our dentist can help create a custom look for your teeth, ensuring that the material is properly applied, adhered to, and looks cohesive.
Sunset Dental is proud to work with our local community and provide dental services to patients of all ages. We work with patients through all different stages of life and can help solve a variety of issues, such as pain from cavities, misaligned teeth, fittings for dentures, night guards, and much more. If you are ready to take better care of your teeth and mouth, reach out to our professional team today!