Crowns or veneers depends on the treatment goal

Typically, the determination of whether a patient should have veneers or crowns is based on what the patient and dentist are looking to achieve.

While both procedures can be highly aesthetic the two treatments have different uses. Typically veneers are used when a patient would like to improve the shape and color of their teeth. Crowding and excess space issues can also be alleviated. Veneers are thin (approximately finger nail thickness) beautifully shaped porcelain that is customized for each individual patient.

Frequently, crowns are used in cases in which there is less tooth structure due to tooth decay or in cases in which a tooth has undergone root canal therapy or trauma. Crowns can achieve all of the aesthetic advantages of veneers and should only be used when necessary.

I do alot of all veneer, all porcelain crown (in anterior) and mixed cases (veneers and crowns) . Both need same amount of care in preplanning, preparation, temporization, color choice, etc

Crowns are 360 degrees around the tooth as veneers are the front facing of the tooth and a bit on the sides and around the back of the tooth. Your dentist will make a decision on a multiple of factors which is best for you.

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