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Are Procera Veneers Better Than Traditional Empress Veneers?

asked 2 years ago by Seekingforhelp in India
Latest answer by Robert Fields, DDS
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Tags: teeth, cosmetic dentistry

Are the relatively new Procera Veneers from Nobel Biocare any better than for example the Empress Esthetic veneers? I understand that in the end it is the skill and aesthetic of the dentist who makes the difference but if I have the choice between Procera and Empress what is the better deal? Thanks and regard.

3 answers to Are Procera Veneers Better Than Traditional Empress Veneers?

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Quality of veneer material often opinion and not fact

The question is what is "better"?  Are we talking about strength?  Aesthetics?  Feel? There will be MANY opinions on this. Veneers depend on the ability to bond, and many stronger materials today cannot bond to dentin or enamel and must be cemented.  Cemented veneers do not "stick" to teeth as well as bonded, and Empress® bonds VERY well. The determination of quality is equally factored by the lab technician, not just the dentist... more
Lance Timmerman, DMD

Seattle Cosmetic Dentist
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Dentistry in India and Procera Veneers vs. Empress Veneers

I do not think one veneer is better here than the other. You are also correct regarding how important the skill of the dentist plays into how your veneer will look. Also you must remember the dental lab the dentist uses and the skill of the technician needs to be considered as well. You signed your question, 'in India,' so i assume you are looking for dental work there rather than the US. India is a leading country at the moment, in dental tourism. The standard of care is very high and... more
Robert Fields, DDS

Los Angeles Cosmetic Dentist
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Both are good veneer products

Not sure what you have there in india but the dentist will help you decide and give you the options. American dentists can't really help you with an indian dentist doing the work and using local labs. Get consults from a couple good cosmetic dentists and listen to their advice.
Michael J. Thomas, DDS

Los Angeles Cosmetic Dentist

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