Many people strive to make an unforgettable first impression, and our Houston veneers experts want to help! Having a beautiful, flawless smile gives you the confidence to do so. With today’s advancements in the dental field, you have countless options to create an amazing, beautiful smile.

Porcelain vs. Composite Resin Veneers

Since everyone’s teeth and gums are vastly different, some dental solutions might be right for one person, but not beneficial for another. Such is the case with porcelain vs. composite resin veneers.

Our Houston veneers dentists can give you an attractive, new smile using porcelain or composite resin veneers. We can educate you about these two options so you can fully understand and make an informed decision on the best solution for you.

Porcelain veneers

  • Porcelain veneers differ from composite resin veneers in several ways. First off, porcelain veneers are the preferred method by most patients to recreate smiles. An attractive aspect is that patients can receive veneers in as little as two office visits!
  • These veneers offer a longer-lasting solution than composite veneers—sometimes lasting twice as long than composite resin veneers. Furthermore, porcelain veneers require impressions to be taken before the veneers are created from a strong, porcelain material.
  • Porcelain veneers are a shell-like material that is placed on the front of your tooth. Patients who have discolored, broken, or damaged teeth often choose porcelain veneers. Porcelain veneers require no changes (or minimal changes in some cases) to the original tooth, whereas composite resin veneers necessitate significant changes to the tooth structure.

Composite Resin veneers

  • On the other hand, a resin cement material is used to bond composite veneers to your tooth. They tend to be less expensive and a faster solution than porcelain veneers.
  • These can be likened to the “same day veneers” that other dentists provide; thus, typically being completed in one office visit.
  • Sometimes composite resin veneers do not produce the same flawless appearance that porcelain veneers do. They require polishing in order to create a natural look. Also, these veneers are more prone to stains and other minor damage. However, they can be repaired, if needed, whereas porcelain veneers must be completely replaced.

Regardless of your choice between porcelain vs. composite resin veneers, our Houston cosmetic dentists use their highly skilled expertise and cutting-edge technology to transform your smile.

We are more than happy to discuss porcelain and composite resin veneers with you as well as show you testimonials from our satisfied clients. Call us at 713-668-7137 to schedule your consultation!