Dental Bonding vs Porcelain Veneers - Which Should I Get?

A question we often get asked is, "what is the difference between dental bonding and porcelain veneers?" There’s a lot of information online, so we understand that it can get really confusing! If you are looking into your cosmetic options and deciding between the two, then watch this video to help you make the right choice.
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[@soulfulspec]

This was so so helpful. Thanks

[@clutchisland5323]

U forgot the priced difference dr 😂😂

[@austinspruill6685]

Just Google it, but to put it simple, veneers usually cost thousands upon thousands and composite resin bonding costs a couple hundred especially if you have dental insurance.

[@Yentra163]

The price difference is huge too. Veneers are thousands of dollars...bonding is hundreds

[@sandhyadhakal5063]

Thank you for the information. I have metal allergy so can I go for porcelain veneers instead?

[@zuzanabutterfly5754]

Thank you for this video, very helpful! 🙂

[@DentalBoutiqueAU]

Hi there, thank you so much for your comment! We are so glad that you found this video helpful :)

[@haleypowell2650]

This video was extremely helpful thank you so much

[@DentalBoutiqueAU]

Glad to know it was helpful to you. Thank you for the kind words😍

[@worldwidesports4k]

​​@@DentalBoutiqueAU Hello I have a bonded front tooth, it chip in half horizontal, just repaired last month, can I eat things like chicken, Hamburger, nachos, just wondering thanks.

[@elcocaino8728]

Can i get invisalign if i have bonding on 3 front teeth? Or what that weaken it?

[@ilostsomethingonce]

Is this a good solution for whitening teeth with low enamel? Are these really my only options?

[@kulwantkaur8569]

How stupid of people commenting on Dentist’s teeth. Its his natural teeth and his personal choice to get his smile done. He has studied Dental Science thats what matters here.

[@CarolineFTebi]

Thank you very much. Very helpful 🙏

[@DentalBoutiqueAU]

Glad it was helpful!

[@lisalang6727]

By the way, your video was very informative….

[@alexandreamcclure6037]

I got my front tooth bonded years ago zero issues. No one shaved my tooth down. No stains or chips no issues.

[@emanuelrodriguez10]

how much was it?

[@jahmisha09]

Thank you for sharing your experience! I was told by my dentist that it's a poor option because of the chipping and staining.

[@alexandreamcclure6037]

Its was 150.

[@alexandreamcclure6037]

A veneer completely destroys your tooth.

[@jahmisha09]

Alexandrea McClure sorry another question. On your two front teeth did you lengthen them? I was told they chip easily.

[@allcrazy7285]

wich treatment was used for: the problem of 3:11

[@priyasutar2078]

RCT treatment is required in any of this?

[@dragaby1821]

how much does dental bonding cost in the US?

[@user-cn5fo9pt2q]

How long bonding will last?

[@sappcheng2113]

What you would recommend for shaping a canine tooth to become straight?

[@DentalBoutiqueAU]

Hi Sapp, thank you for your comment :) An advised consult with your dentist is recommended to discuss all options available for you! Is it just the canine tooth that is crooked? Majority of people opt for Veneer treatment if it is a singular tooth that needs to be straightened. Otherwise there is Orthodontic treatment available such as braces or Invisalign!

[@queenshugaa3647]

Once the porcelain is attached can there be modifications like dental bonding?

[@dermlover1]

So what if it stains or wears away? Can't we just rebond it to fix the appearance? What's the con then?

[@Yentra163]

Yes u can get teeth re-bonded. Part of my bonding broke off, so they shaved the old bonding out and rebonded the area. No problems since and it's been 15+years.

[@DIV4348]

@@Yentra163 why you had done bonding? Means what was the problem that u had done this?

[@Yentra163]

@@DIV4348 I was missing my bicuspids (the teeth beside my 2 front teeth), so after I got braces to close the gap I had 2 pointy teeth beside my front teeth. It looked horrible. So I got bonding done. The dentist used bonding to make those teeth look more square. It looks sooooo much better now. And my natural tooth was never shaved down or anything, it just has bonding attached to it.

[@priyankabagul3231]

Can filling be done on thinning front teeth?

[@subswithNovideos-kk1zw]

I’ve heard that getting porcelain veneers kinda sacrifices functionality in your mouth. Meaning your bite strength with be worse and if u don’t have a good jawline , it will be bad. Can you explain if it’s bad or not plz

[@cooliodiablo6117]

Jawline is genetic, the shape of your skull and how it’s muscles attach determine jawline. If these ruined jawlines, why do all the celebs and models have them?

[@AO-qz8qy]

Can you whiten dental bonded teeth ?

[@thefootballman2390]

Hi I have one missing tooth at the front and cracked teeth at the back but been told it won't affect having vaneers. Which do you recommend please.

[@ChaoticBluez]

Liam B I had two back teeth missing and I had two implants on my insurance, it was one of the best things I’ve ever done. Cracked teeth I’ve seen dental bonding can fix it.

[@paigeroth7830]

@ miss Mac what type of insurance do you have? I need to get my teeth done but can’t find any insurance that covers like yours.

[@jaygee2006]

What about bio clear veneers

[@kieucao3654]

Please tell me why some people get a dark color around their gum when they get porcelain veneers? Is there difference kind of porcelain? Thanks

[@snehayadav8330]

I think it’s because the gum starts receding with age and it exposes the teeth that’s not covered with veneers which is a little darker in colour

[@fabdoc6099]

Which one is better for one tooth to protect the gum from further gum recession? The tooth itself is perfect, it’s just to cover from a bit of recession on the gum in one spot. Does anyone have input on this?

[@swatishinde451]

Grafting

[@Yentra163]

@@swatishinde451 that's what I thought

[@teamj7745]

I have 2 front teeth,I happen to have discoloured them, what would you recommend doctor,its just the 2 front teeth alone.

[@DentalBoutiqueAU]

I would suggest consulting with your Dentist for a better prognosis, however depending on the complexity of the colour and cause, you may opt for teeth whitening, dental crowns or veneers.

[@teamj7745]

@@DentalBoutiqueAU I heard that teeth whitening cause the enamel to break down and leads to increased tooth sensitivity?

[@1984AP]

Just had bonding done today in NY with a Periodontics Practitioner. The resin, sadly is like sandpaper and rough - compared to the natural enamel. Appearance wise, it looks nicer - but the feeling is odd. It feels like the resin went over farther on the middle of my teeth and at the bottom/edge more than I'd like and is not as smooth. Afraid this is irreversible, as the resin/polishing has taken away the smooth feel of the natural enamel. I told them it felt rough and they polished with electric drill-like device - which didn't make much difference. I had a resin filling done back in 2005 for a tiny cavity - the finish was very smooth, like a sealant/clearcoat. This resin used for bonding feels nothing like it. Concerned.

[@junito1008]

I think They did a bad job in your mouth because I know few ppl with the bonding but they don’t have those issues.

[@Yentra163]

I'm sorry to hear this. I had bonding done on all 4 of my front teeth to make them look more square instead of pointy. While the bonding feels SLIGHTLY different I don't feel any roughness at all.

[@mbongen.i]

​@@Yentra163hi

[@hollymahler8213]

My new dentist used rough stuff but my old dentist did smooth and shinny but all of a sudden they were breaking and once it was clear on the side

[@purplebearmsy1657]

What is a good advise for a gap in between teeth in the front?

[@austinspruill6685]

I’d do composite resin binding, I’m going to be doing it in a few weeks because I have small gaps in my front four teeth, it’s cheaper and I’m not about to spend $1000’s on Invisalign.

[@purplebearmsy1657]

@@austinspruill6685 Okay. Thanks!

[@iamnatekea]

Why don’t you have them?

[@hohoho4138]

Oh that girl is pretty

[@abdullahmahomed3697]

Can you do porcelain veneers without shaving your teeth down?

[@stanleybarker2010]

Yes

[@foodenthusiast2499]

I have a porcelain crown and it is not as white as it used to be.

[@DentalBoutiqueAU]

How long have you had it for?

[@moneymule8209]

So save up for porcelain then? Ok

[@dmiller2055]

People need to stop getting Horse size teeth in their mouth!!! It looks ridiculous.

[@HelloWorld-iu2cd]

I had dental bonding today. I don't like the feeling. I'm thinking of get it replaced with veneers eventually.

[@brownhippiex496]

What does it feel like to you?

[@Yentra163]

It should feel smooth like a regular tooth. Maybe only Slightly rougher but barely noticeable. I had my four front teeth done with bonding to make them squared off instead of pointy, and they feel great!

[@nicollyandrade-zg1cq]

​@@Yentra163 feels rough? Feel like natural teeth? I thinking about porcelain veeners,because bonding feeling in mouth is crap,It bothers me a lot

[@Yentra163]

@@nicollyandrade-zg1cq from my experience the bonding started to feel smoother later. But yes at first it felt a bit tougher than natural tooth.

[@lawrence3861]

Never do crowns or veneers cause it destroys your natural teeth

[@ThisEvilBunny]

If you need a root canal, you have no choice though. But for a healthy tooth, I agree with you.

[@tia_renee944]

I have bonding on front teeth and I keep chipping them off, so now the dentist is recommending veneers.

[@DentalBoutiqueAU]

Hi Tia, Aw no! We would love to help you with any dental concerns you have. Dental Bonding lasts 3-5 years compared to Porcelain Veneers, which can last 15+ years, with proper care and maintenance.

[@spookynuts7148]

@@DentalBoutiqueAU For a person with 4 front bottom teeth misaligned teeth at the bottom with previous braces for many years my teeth shifted back. My dentists said that then i would be better off with Invisalign or braces again because bonding only lasts a few months at best. And he said that viewers would not work for my misaligned teeth because they are too close together. I said yes but i dont have 6k for Invisalign and dont want braces. Interestingly every video i see about composite bonding says that these if taken extremely good care would last more then 4 years of minimum. To me thats good because with veeners you have to etch your actuall teeth not with bonding right?

[@orrykaplan]

@@spookynuts7148 yes composite bonding is the best bet here. They can last 10+ just depends on your care for them. The less possibility of chipping, the greater they'll last. Veeners do chip down your teeth, however there are two different types, where one may not require this. However both are much more expensive than bonding.

[@spookynuts7148]

@@orrykaplan Dentists talk about $5,000+$6,000 for braces and other straightening options that straightening your teeth. What some dentists dont tell you is that you need to wear retainers for life during the nighttime after except for the first year where you wear them day & night.

[@Yentra163]

@@DentalBoutiqueAU No. Just no. Bonding SHOULD last farrr longer than 5 years🙄. If it's only lasting 3-5yrs on your patients, your not doing a very good job! Clearly some dentists are better than others with these procedures. I have bonding composite on all 4 of my front teeth and it's been in there for 15+ yrs. I had one piece chip at one point (by the dentist during cleaning)and it was replaced...and since then it's been 15+ years, no issues.

[@killerinstinctkillerinstin6961]

So I want veneers but my teeth ain't straight should I get braces first then veneers?

[@orrykaplan]

your dentist will recommend the best course based off your teeth

[@sheabutta5425]

Braces first. Watch orthodontist Dr. Greg's channel called Braces Explained

[@Lindaworld1983]

@@orrykaplannot all dentists are honest..be careful out there.. and always do your own research first

[@rajanitangudu9726]

I have gaps between teeth which one one better veneers or bonding

[@BitaBanta]

Braces are the best option in my opinion, but im not a licensed dentist. They are much cheaper and the results are permanent and your natural teeth as long as you wear a retainer :)

[@rajanitangudu9726]

Other than braces is there any option

[@orrykaplan]

@@rajanitangudu9726 bonding

[@mctrun]

Can you br my dentist please✌👍👊

[@gaylecheung3087]

They look like dentures

[@baokachi9767]

veneers do, bonding looks more natural

[@lisalang6727]

I don’t mean to be disrespectful…..I just notice your teeth, and you sing a dentist I was wondering why?

[@pattycannon1804]

Asian people are gorgeous

[@LetThereBeLight1111]

Ok I see you shooting your shot there now…💀💀

[@SweetPPeaches]

No offense but how come your teeth isn't straight?🙄

[@HelloKittyHelloPrety]

maybe you should worry about yourself and not make rude comments 😏

[@SaturnsMoon3]

Maybe cus not everyone has a spare 30 grand for braces, dentists don't get free treatment

[@roxycat3692]

I would take him more seriously if his teeth looked decent.

[@lastdragon820]

lol was thinking the same than seen your comment.

[@indoororchidsandtropicals358]

I believe he is Japanese from his accent though he could be Korean. The Japanese are currently making their teeth crooked on purpose because it is more youthful and they like that. The Japanese are brilliant at making lemonade out of lemons. The only practical reason for having straight teeth is that they are easier to clean, so if youre not insecure about your teeth being a bit off, like we westerners, well...

[@kadijakallon2533]

Omg

[@Omares112]

He’s not even got good teeth himself

[@KadeeyahCRoye]

Well maybe he isn’t so concerned with the cosmetic of his smile

[@Leeleejayy]

Cthuuu

[@kadijakaramel4292]

🤭

[@isbsjxbxns]

Most dentist and plastic surgeons don’t get work done on themselves

[@user-ip5fm3ck4p]

Good teeth are healthy teeth. Who cares about cosmetics?