Veneers or Crowns? Dr. Makadia Explains Which is Best

Teeth are protected by the hardest substance in the human body, enamel. Despite its strength, it isn’t indestructible. It’s not uncommon for decay, trauma, or another issue to compromise a tooth’s health. Untreated dental problems combined with aesthetic flaws can significantly affect a person’s self-esteem, quality of life, and even health. Dr. Makadia understands each smile is unique and requires a customized approach to rehabilitate damaged and unattractive teeth, such as with veneers or crowns. Here’s how Dr. Makadia helped two of our patients with their oral health and aesthetic concerns.

Restore Teeth with Dental Crowns

A dental crown is a custom-made cap that covers the entire surface of a tooth above the gum line. Dr. Makadia uses all-ceramic material crowns because of their restorative and aesthetic advantages. A crown can enhance the overall health, function, and appearance of a tooth. Although they are beneficial, there are less invasive options to achieve similar results, like veneers.

Dr. Makadia helped the patient featured below using dental crowns because he had damaged and missing teeth. He also had concerns about discoloration and other imperfections. Dr. Makadia recommended dental crowns because the health and integrity of specific teeth were compromised, including a few molars.

Advanced technology was used to design the restorations to meet the patient’s exact needs. They offered the perfect fit while looking natural. The restorations covered his aesthetic concerns while also restoring defective teeth. While veneers could have been used, many of the molars needed to be treated. Crowns can withstand the pressure of biting and chewing. Since they are a restorative treatment, the patient used their dental insurance to offset the cost.

Correct Imperfections with Veneers

Dr. Makadia took a different approach with our second patient, who was primarily concerned about discoloration and a couple of minor imperfections. Since her teeth were healthy, Dr. Makadia recommended veneers. A veneer differs from a crown because it only covers the front surface of the tooth, so it’s less invasive. They are versatile because they can hide several aesthetic flaws using just one treatment, like discoloration, chips, or gaps.

Dr. Makadia adjusted the color, size, proportion, and shape of her teeth for a stunning smile that can last for a decade or longer with the proper aftercare.

Invest in a Healthy, Beautiful Smile

Both veneers and crowns offer exceptional advantages, but Dr. Makadia will determine which is best for you after performing a comprehensive examination and learning more about your goals. You won’t have to feel insecure about your imperfect teeth any longer. Dr. Makadia can transform your smile and self-esteem using the latest advancements in dentistry.

About Dr. Makadia

Dr. Makadia strives to create healthy, confident smiles. Besides earning his dental degree from the New York University College of Dentistry, he has completed additional training in periodontal surgery, orthodontics, dental implants, and many other specialties. If you’re interested in bettering your smile, choose a dentist with a long track record of success. Contact our office today to schedule your consultation.