Cosmetic Dentistry
Composite Bonding vs Porcelain Veneers: Which is Right for You?
Published on January 28, 2024 • By Dr. Madina Danishani
Compare treatment time, cost, durability, and aesthetics between composite resin bonding and custom lab porcelain veneers.
Both composite bonding and porcelain veneers can dramatically transform your smile, but they differ in procedure, cost, and longevity.
### Composite Bonding:
- **Procedure:** Sculpted chairside in a single visit.
- **Enamel Preparation:** Zero to minimal tooth reduction.
- **Cost:** €250–€300 per tooth.
- **Lifespan:** 5 to 8 years.
### Porcelain Veneers:
- **Procedure:** 2 appointments with custom laboratory fabrication.
- **Enamel Preparation:** Micro-thin surface shaving.
- **Cost:** €650–€800 per tooth.
- **Lifespan:** 10 to 15+ years with superior stain resistance.
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Written by Dr. Madina Danishani
Clinical practitioner at Oaklawn Dental Care, Leixlip, Co. Kildare.