Bonding or veneers for my small lateral incisors? (photos)

When considering the two options, it is important to keep in mind that bonding is more of a temporary fix as it is not very durable and stains easily. Bonding is less expensive than veneers upfront, but you will likely have to have the bonding redone many times over the next several years. For the best esthetic result that will last decades, I would recommend investing in porcelain veneers. I hope this helps. Click save on the save button below my name, so that you may ask me more questions in the future.  

Hi:In your case both options of bonding and porcelain veneers are possible.  If cost is a big concern, then bonding is your best option.  However, if you want a more natural look and long term solution, porcelain veneers would be the best option.  Bonding can chip and stain easier.In addition since you are doing only two teeth, color matching will be vital. Best,Dr. Maddahi

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Thank you for your question and pictures. The situation you have with your lateral incisors is not uncommon. The laterals are frequently misshaped and sometimes missing altogether. Being that your concerns are both esthetic and financial, I definitely recommend placing the 2 porcelain veneers. Porcelain, which is a glass, is always going to give you the most natural, best long term results. Composite bonding material is a plastic resin that discolors and stains with time. You might save some money upfront if you choose bonding, but over your lifetime, you'll spend more maintaining and replacing the bonding than you would with porcelain veneers. If done by a skilled cosmetic dentist, porcelain veneers will last many years.