Dr. Guy Spinner

Today's cosmetic dentists, like Dr. Spinner of Westhampton, New York are not focused only on the oral health of their clients. They also put energy and creativity into the attractiveness and appeal of a person's smile.

Your smile says a lot about who you are and is often the very first impression someone will take in and remember about you. Both porcelain and bonding can enhance your smile and give long-lasting restorations. Here are some of the advantages and disadvantages of each.

Appearance
Porcelain more closely resembles tooth enamel. It is partially translucent, which means they are able to reflect the light the same way your own teeth do. Bonding, on the other hand, is opaque and does not reflect light. This may give less of a natural appearance to the treated teeth. Overall, porcelain remains the most natural in its appearance and is often the best choice for this reason.

Stain-resistance - Porcelain has the glass-like property of stain-resistance, whereas bonding will gradually stain as our natural teeth do.

Cost -The cost of porcelain is higher than it is for bonding.

Convenience - Porcelain needs two visits to be completed whereas bonding can be done in one.

Durability - Porcelain is extremely durable and if you care for you teeth as you should, with daily brushing and flossing to prevent bacteria from getting up under the porcelain crown or down below the gums to the tooth’s root, your porcelain restorations will last fifteen or twenty years, or more.

Bonding is less durable, but with that good daily hygiene, should last about ten years.

For more help in deciding whether porcelain or bonding is best for you, please contact Dr. Spinner's cosmetic dentistry office today for a personal consultation.