Veneers: porcelain vs Composite

Sat, 02/07/2009 - 10:34 — Dr. Pratt

I tend to do more Composite veneers then porcelain. Which is probably due to my inexperience. I find that Composite for me is easier to manipulate and I get great esthetic results. I'm looking for people protocols on when they decide to to porcelain vs composite veneers?

Veneers

Fri, 07/23/2010 - 14:09 — Dr. X

Porcelain veneers: Whats the best lab or CDT?

Just curious what people are using for a lab or CDT. Thought it would be interesting to see where the best is?

Thu, 06/04/2009 - 05:36 — Arroyodds

Veneers: porcelain vs Composite

I think each have their place, however if I want ultimate esthetics I go for porcelain. Especially when you have a great ceramist.

Fri, 03/20/2009 - 14:20 — DrGretzky

Veneers---I favor porcelain over composite but it depends.

I tend to favor porcelain over composite but then again I have a very good lab. I also have taken the an number of CE courses include the course at NYU. I do still do composite veneers but I usually do them in situations where the patient finacial situation dictates or if the patient is unsure they want to go the porcelain route. Composite veneers are reversible and if the patient doesnt like it I have easily remove them.

Tue, 02/10/2009 - 09:53 — Uwe Mohr MDT

Veneers

The range of laboratory processed veneer materials now allows for preparations of all types, from No-Prep, Minimal Prep to full Prep & 3/4 crowns while achieving outstanding aesthetics. The range of bonding materials makes it a breeze with predictable success.
Feldspathic stacked or Empress pressed restorationns can be made to look stunning, with none of the monochromatic old white chicklet look that used to come out of the veneer factories.
If you are unsure of the procedures or simply would like to learn from the experts, there are a number of excellent CE's available, I'd be happy to point you in the direction.
Uwe Mohr, MDT
Smart Ceramics Dental Art Studio
www.smartceramics.com 1888 264 0787