Veneers vs Crowns: What Should You Choose At SMI Dental

Introduction

Veneers vs Crowns is one common question among our clients at SMI Dental. It is also one of the most frequently asked questions in the dental treatment community, so we thought we would address it with a blog. Most people assume that Veneers and Crowns are the same. While, when you are smiling, you won’t notice much difference but we will focus on their differences in this blog.

A Smile makeover process cannot be complete if it doesn’t include a Veneer or a crown. But it’s important to know which one would fit best in your current dental scenario.

Differences Between Veneers and Crowns

Definition

Veneer

A Veneer is a thin, custom-made shell of tooth-colored material (usually porcelain or composite resin) that covers the front surface of teeth.

Crown

A dental crown is a tooth-shaped “cap” that completely covers a tooth to restore its shape, size, strength, and appearance.

Purpose

Veneer

We use veneers primarily for cosmetic enhancements, especially to address discolored, chipped teeth or gaps between them.

Crown

We use a crown when a tooth is damaged, decayed, or weakened, requiring a structural reboot to restore normal functionality.

Veneers vs Crowns | Application Process

Veneer

We remove a small amount of enamel from the front of the teeth near the gums and bond custom-made veneers in that space.

Crown

We remove a significant amount of decayed tooth, then place a custom-made crown over the entire tooth after taking an impression of your dental structure.

Conclusion

Crowns and Veneers differ significantly in application and purpose. Crowns are more invasive due to extensive tooth decay and typically last longer than Veneers because of their deeper installation.

At SMI Dental, we can help you choose between the two, based on your current dental situation. Book an appointment today to get a Smile makeover sooner than later.