{"id":6,"date":"2019-11-29T21:10:06","date_gmt":"2019-11-29T21:10:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newhavendentalwoodbridge.com\/blog\/?p=6"},"modified":"2019-11-29T21:10:08","modified_gmt":"2019-11-29T21:10:08","slug":"direct-bonding-vs-porcelain-veneers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newhavendentalwoodbridge.com\/blog\/2019\/11\/29\/direct-bonding-vs-porcelain-veneers\/","title":{"rendered":"Direct Bonding vs Porcelain Veneers"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Would you like to have a brighter, straighter, more\nattractive smile? Modern dentistry offers a number of cosmetic\ntreatments<\/a> that can help you achieve your goals. Two such treatments are\ndirect bonding and porcelain veneers. In this blog post, we will discuss both\nof these options with the goal of helping you decide which one is the better\nchoice for your unique circumstances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What Is Direct Bonding?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

During the direct bonding process, your dentist molds a\ntooth-colored resin over the tooth and shapes it in a way that disguises the\ntooth\u2019s flaws. The resin is the same material that is used in tooth-colored\nfillings; it has a unique structure that allows it to bond directly with dental\nenamel with minimal tooth preparation. A special curing light hardens the resin\nto the point where it is strong enough to stand up to all the rigors of\neveryday eating and drinking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Are Porcelain Veneers?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Porcelain veneers are ultra-thin pieces of porcelain that\nyour dentist permanently attaches to the fronts of your teeth. They are\ncustom-designed to help you achieve a specific color, size, and shape for your\nteeth. Applying the veneers typically takes two appointments to your dentist\u2019s\noffice. During the first visit, your dentist prepares the teeth and takes\nimages and impressions of them. A dental laboratory creates the veneers, and\nyour dentist attaches them at your second appointment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which Is Better?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

One dental treatment is not necessarily \u201cbetter\u201d than the\nother, but one may be better for you.<\/em> Your cosmetic dentist would be\nhappy to help you compare the pros and cons of both treatments so you can make\nan informed and confident decision about how to proceed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 <\/em>Direct bonding\nmight be the right choice if you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n