Porcelain Veneers vs. Dental Crowns
When it comes to enhancing your smile, both porcelain veneers and dental crowns offer effective solutions, but choosing between them often depends on your dental needs and cosmetic goals. Individually, each procedure offers numerous benefits and can address a variety of concerns.
- Porcelain Veneers – Thin, custom-made porcelain veneers are designed to cover the front and side surfaces of teeth. Durable veneers can help enhance the appearance of your smile by improving the color, shape, size, or length of your teeth.
- Dental Crowns – Tooth-shaped dental crowns are placed completely over a tooth to restore its shape, size, strength, and function. Crowns can provide a sturdy and long-lasting fix for damaged or decayed teeth.
Porcelain veneers and dental crowns are dental treatments used to improve the appearance and function of teeth, but they typically serve different purposes and cover different areas of the tooth. Veneers are designed to cover the visible portions of a tooth, making them ideal for cosmetic improvements such as correcting minor misalignments, gaps, chips, and discoloration. This approach typically requires minimal tooth preparation, preserving more of the natural tooth structure.
On the other hand, dental crowns encapsulate the entire tooth, often making them more suitable for restoring teeth that are significantly damaged or decayed. Crowns generally provide more structural support and protection than veneers and, with CEREC® technology, can often be created and placed in a single visit.
At Coronado Dental Group, cosmetic dentist Jimmy Wu, DDS regularly performs porcelain veneer and dental crown procedures to help his patients achieve a healthier and more aesthetically pleasing smile. His vast experience and knowledge can help patients determine which approach may best address their individual needs and dental goals. To learn more about veneers and crowns, or to schedule a consultation with Dr. Wu, please contact our office today.