Dr. Kevin Sands

When determining if you should get crowns or veneers, the question really depends on the state your teeth are in and what you want done with them. Both crowns and veneers will improve the way your teeth look and are done in a fashion that will hide the fact you’ve had work done on them, and both are made from porcelain to match the color of your teeth. However, the similarities end there.

Veneers
Teeth with irregularities, such as chips, oddly shaped, or crooked are improved using porcelain veneers. They’re often placed in lieu of braces or other orthodontic work. They can close gaps, change the color of your teeth (especially useful if your teeth are stained), and otherwise straighten your teeth. Porcelain veneers are used only on your front teeth and are a thin cover made to fit your specific problems.

Crowns
While veneers are placed only on the front of the teeth, crowns replace the entire tooth. Crowns are good for teeth that are damaged or decayed, but still have a good root. Many things in life can lead to tooth damage and decay, such as grinding that wears down the enamel, chips and cracks in the enamel, or missing fillings. While brushing, flossing, and regular visits to your dentist can keep the damage or decay to a minimum, crowns will completely replace the natural tooth. Like veneers, crowns match the color of your teeth, and will be difficult for anyone to spot as a replacement.

If you are interested in porcelain crowns or veneers, please contact us to set up an initial consultation.