Veneers VS crowns for bruxism ? (8 top front teeth, cosmetic purpose).

Porcelain veneers are less invasive than porcelain crowns, less tooth structure is removed, consequently veneers preserve more enamel and tooth structure! Also understand that veneers are much more technique sensitive vs dental porcelain crowns. So because of preservation of enamel and tooth structure, it is best to have dental veneers done anytime you can, especially for your front teeth, since there is less force of bite on the front teeth vs the back teeth. In the hands of an expert cosmetic dentist the porcelain veneers can look better than porcelain crowns. If you have a heavy bite and you are a bruxer, it is best to have a complete evaluation and bite analysis! Depending on your bite certain teeth may need crowns, but even if you need crowns, the others can be done with veneers.The material of choice due to dental cosmetic needs, can be decided after the expert dentist discusses the pros and cons of each porcelain material!Emax veneers or crowns are generally more mimic a person's tooth color, they tend to be more translucent, just like a normal tooth! Zerconia or lava crowns tend to be more bright and reflect the color more than Emax porcelain! As of to-date there is no zerconia veneers! however in near future the companies are working toward perfecting the zerconia porcelain, so dentist can fabricate zerconia veneers.As far as the strength of Emax vs Zerconia porcelain, Zerconia is a bit stronger, and less fracture resistant, in which they should both are considered very strong vs traditional porcelain.

The zirconia crowns should be in the back and emax in the front, as the zirconia is not as "pretty" as the emax.  Even with some layering of porcelain by the lab onto zirconia, there is the issue with light and translucency.

Hi:I have done both options on patients with severe bruxism.  It really depends on the bite, and compliance with wearing a night guard.  Please post photo of your smile for most accurate advice.Best,Dr. Maddahi