Composite vs. Ceramic Veneers: Which Is Right for You?

	Composite veneer  (tooth bonding)	Ceramic veneer
1. Strength	Less durable and may feel more fragile	Stronger and more resistant to wear or breakage
2. Brightness level	Offers limited shade and brightness options	Offers a wider range of shades & brightness levels
3. Shine/ aesthetic quality	Can absorb colors from food, may lose shine or discolor over time (depending  on eating style & habits)	Provides high beauty, maintains natural shine and resist staining throughout its lifespan (doesn’t absorb colors from food)
4. Longevity	Lasts around 3-5 years (depending on habits & care)	Lasts approximately 10-15 years  (with proper care)
5. Treatment time	Can be completed in one visit (1-2 hours). (depending on the number of  teeth)	Takes about 5-7 days because it needs to be made through a laboratory process.
6. Repairability (when chipped or broken)	Can be repaired (depending on the size of the fracture)	Cannot be repaired, must be redone/replaced.
7. Treatment cost	Cheaper price, not expensive	Higher price (due to advanced material & longer lifespan.)

Can't decide between ceramic and composite veneers?

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