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Veneers Vs. Crowns: Which Option is Best for You?<\/h1><\/div>
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When considering a dental procedure, the most challenging part is understanding why you need it and, of course, which will be the best option for you. Dental crowns and veneers are some of the most common types of restorations we perform in our clinic.<\/p>\n

Both are part of cosmetic dentistry, but many people believe they are, let\u2019s say, different treatments for the same thing. Below, you\u2019ll find all the essential information to understand the differences and similarities they share thoroughly.<\/p>\n

What is a veneer, and what is a crown?<\/h2>\n

Dental Veneers<\/a>\u00a0are thin shells placed at the front side of your teeth. They are used to repair discolouration or stains, chips, gaps, cracks, and deformations of teeth.<\/p>\n

They consist of two main types, based on their material: porcelain and composite resin veneers.<\/p>\n

Dental Crowns<\/a>, on the other hand, are placed over the tooth and are considered \u201ccaps\u201d covering the entire tooth. They are used to protect decayed, damaged, or cracked teeth. Also, they are used to cover dental implants, a tooth that had a root canal treatment or to hold a dental bridge.<\/p>\n

Again, different crowns are available depending on their material: metal, porcelain with metal, all resin, all-ceramic or all-porcelain, and pressed ceramic.<\/p>\n

What do veneers and crowns have in common?<\/h2>\n

As mentioned above, many people consider these techniques similar, and to be honest; they have quite a few things in common.<\/p>\n

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  1. Both are\u00a0custom-made<\/strong>\u00a0for each patient, and you can choose the more suitable type for your situation. Also, they both have a natural finish, and probably no one could see the difference.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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    1. The\u00a0procedure<\/strong>\u00a0for veneers and\u00a0crowns<\/a>\u00a0is pretty similar (they differentiate mainly in one step), and the necessary dentist appointments usually are three:\n