Most people know that veneers and dental bonding are both cosmetic surgery procedures, which can help hide any dental imperfection and a small glitch in your teeth to give you self-confidence with a beautiful smile to match. Many people are, however, confused as to the differences between these two types of surgeries, because both of them bring about the same results.
To know the difference, you have to first know what these procedures individually are:
- Dental Bonding- In dental bonding, any damage or imperfection of the teeth, that is, problems related to decayed, fractured, chipped or even discolored teeth can be repaired by the application of a composite plastic (resin). At first, the teeth are washed with a mild solution that makes the surface of the teeth rough and allows the bonding material (resin) to stick. After applying the resin, your dentist will shape, sculpt or color your teeth to enhance their appearance. At the last stage, a high-intensity light will be shined on the fixed teeth, so that the material hardens and retains its effectiveness.
- Veneers- Veneers are very thin pieces of hard material, most commonly porcelain or plastic that are shaped like your teeth. These pieces are attached to the front of your teeth using dental glue. Veneers help repair teeth that are severely chipped, discolored or misshapen. There are two types of veneers to choose from: porcelain veneers and composite veneers. Porcelain veneers cost more, last longer, and require at least two visits to your dentist. Composite veneers, on the other hand, cost less, does not last more than seven years, and can be completed with only one visit to the dental clinic. Getting veneers is simpler than dental bonding, but it requires small microscopic holes to be made in your teeth as the initial step.