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}<\/p>\n<p>\/* \u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550<br \/>   TABLA<br \/>\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550 *\/<br \/>.aa .tabla-wrap {<br \/>  overflow-x: auto;<br \/>  margin: 24px 0 36px;<br \/>  border-radius: 4px;<br \/>  border: 1px solid var(--bal);<br \/>  box-shadow: 0 2px 12px rgba(0,0,0,0.05);<br \/>}<br \/>.aa table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-size: 13px; }<br \/>.aa thead tr { background: var(--b); }<br \/>.aa thead th {<br \/>  padding: 14px 16px;<br \/>  text-align: left;<br \/>  font-family: 'Space Grotesk', sans-serif;<br \/>  font-weight: 600;<br \/>  font-size: 11px;<br \/>  letter-spacing: 1.2px;<br \/>  text-transform: uppercase;<br \/>  color: rgba(255,255,255,0.7);<br \/>}<br \/>.aa thead th:first-child { color: var(--w); }<br \/>.aa tbody tr { background: var(--w); transition: background 0.15s; }<br \/>.aa tbody tr:nth-child(even) { background: var(--sf); }<br \/>.aa tbody td {<br \/>  padding: 12px 16px;<br \/>  border-bottom: 1px solid var(--ln2);<br \/>  color: var(--b);<br \/>  line-height: 1.5;<br \/>  vertical-align: middle;<br \/>}<br \/>.aa tbody tr:last-child td { border-bottom: none; }<br \/>.aa tbody td:first-child { font-weight: 500; color: var(--mu); font-size: 12px; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.5px; }<br \/>.aa .si { font-weight: 600; color: var(--b); }<br \/>.aa .no { font-weight: 400; color: var(--mu2); }<br \/>.aa .med { font-weight: 500; color: var(--mu); }<\/p>\n<p>\/* \u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550<br \/>   VS \u2014 COMPARATIVA CON SEPARADOR CENTRAL<br \/>\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550 *\/<br \/>.aa .vs-wrapper { margin: 36px 0 8px; position: relative; }<br \/>.aa .vs-heading {<br \/>  text-align: center;<br \/>  font-size: 10px;<br \/>  font-weight: 700;<br \/>  letter-spacing: 2px;<br \/>  text-transform: uppercase;<br \/>  color: var(--mu2);<br \/>  margin-bottom: 20px;<br \/>  display: flex;<br \/>  align-items: center;<br \/>  gap: 14px;<br \/>}<br \/>.aa .vs-heading::before,<br \/>.aa .vs-heading::after { content: ''; flex: 1; height: 1px; background: var(--bal); }<\/p>\n<p>.aa .vs-grid {<br \/>  display: grid;<br \/>  grid-template-columns: 1fr auto 1fr;<br \/>  gap: 0;<br \/>  align-items: stretch;<br \/>  border: 1px solid var(--bal);<br \/>  border-radius: 4px;<br \/>  overflow: hidden;<br \/>  box-shadow: 0 2px 16px rgba(0,0,0,0.05);<br \/>}<br \/>.aa .vs-card-a {<br \/>  background: var(--w);<br \/>  padding: 28px 26px;<br \/>}<br \/>.aa .vs-card-b {<br \/>  background: var(--b);<br \/>  padding: 28px 26px;<br \/>}<br \/>.aa .vs-divider {<br \/>  width: 42px;<br \/>  background: var(--sf);<br \/>  border-left: 1px solid var(--bal);<br \/>  border-right: 1px solid var(--bal);<br \/>  display: flex;<br \/>  align-items: center;<br \/>  justify-content: center;<br \/>  flex-direction: column;<br \/>  gap: 6px;<br \/>}<br \/>.aa .vs-pill {<br \/>  font-family: 'Space Grotesk', sans-serif;<br \/>  font-size: 10px;<br \/>  font-weight: 800;<br \/>  color: var(--mu);<br \/>  letter-spacing: 1px;<br \/>  writing-mode: vertical-rl;<br \/>  text-orientation: mixed;<br \/>  transform: rotate(180deg);<br \/>  text-transform: uppercase;<br \/>}<br \/>.aa .vs-tag {<br \/>  font-size: 10px; font-weight: 700; letter-spacing: 1.5px;<br \/>  text-transform: uppercase; margin-bottom: 10px;<br \/>  padding-bottom: 10px;<br \/>}<br \/>.aa .vs-card-a .vs-tag { color: var(--mu); border-bottom: 1px solid var(--bal); }<br \/>.aa .vs-card-b .vs-tag { color: rgba(255,255,255,0.4); border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,0.12); }<br \/>.aa .vs-title {<br \/>  font-family: 'Space Grotesk', sans-serif;<br \/>  font-size: 17px; font-weight: 700;<br \/>  margin-bottom: 20px; letter-spacing: -0.01em;<br \/>}<br \/>.aa .vs-card-a .vs-title { color: var(--b); }<br \/>.aa .vs-card-b .vs-title { color: var(--w); }<br \/>.aa .vs-list { list-style: none; display: flex; flex-direction: column; gap: 9px; }<br \/>.aa .vs-item { display: flex; align-items: flex-start; gap: 10px; font-size: 13px; line-height: 1.55; }<br \/>.aa .vs-card-a .vs-item { color: var(--b); }<br \/>.aa .vs-card-b .vs-item { color: rgba(255,255,255,0.8); }<br \/>.aa .vs-dot {<br \/>  width: 20px; height: 20px; min-width: 20px;<br \/>  border-radius: 50%;<br \/>  display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center;<br \/>  font-size: 10px; font-weight: 800; margin-top: 1px;<br \/>}<br \/>.aa .vs-card-a .vs-dot { background: var(--sf); border: 1px solid var(--bal); color: var(--mu); }<br \/>.aa .vs-card-b .vs-dot { background: rgba(255,255,255,0.1); border: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,0.15); color: rgba(255,255,255,0.6); }<br \/>@media(max-width:600px){<br \/>  .aa .vs-grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr; }<br \/>  .aa .vs-divider { width: 100%; height: 36px; writing-mode: horizontal-tb; border-left: none; border-right: none; border-top: 1px solid var(--bal); border-bottom: 1px solid var(--bal); flex-direction: row; }<br \/>  .aa .vs-pill { writing-mode: horizontal-tb; transform: none; }<br \/>}<\/p>\n<p>\/* \u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550<br \/>   CHECKLIST<br \/>\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550 *\/<br \/>.aa .checklist { list-style: none; margin: 16px 0 28px; display: flex; flex-direction: column; gap: 0; }<br \/>.aa .checklist li {<br \/>  display: flex; align-items: flex-start; gap: 14px;<br \/>  font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.65;<br \/>  padding: 14px 0;<br \/>  border-bottom: 1px solid var(--ln2);<br \/>}<br \/>.aa .checklist li:last-child { border-bottom: none; }<br \/>.aa .chk-icon {<br \/>  width: 24px; height: 24px; min-width: 24px;<br \/>  border-radius: 50%;<br \/>  display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center;<br \/>  font-size: 11px; font-weight: 800;<br \/>  margin-top: 1px;<br \/>}<br \/>.aa .chk-yes { background: var(--b); color: var(--w); }<br \/>.aa .chk-no  { background: var(--sf); border: 1px solid var(--bal); color: var(--mu2); }<br \/>.aa .chk-txt { color: var(--b); }<br \/>.aa .chk-txt.dim { color: var(--mu); }<\/p>\n<p>\/* \u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550<br \/>   PULL QUOTE<br \/>\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550 *\/<br \/>.aa .pullquote {<br \/>  position: relative;<br \/>  margin: 52px 0;<br \/>  padding: 36px 36px 36px 48px;<br \/>  background: var(--sf);<br \/>  border-radius: 4px;<br \/>  border: 1px solid var(--bal);<br \/>  overflow: hidden;<br \/>}<br \/>.aa .pullquote::before {<br \/>  content: '\\201C';<br \/>  position: absolute;<br \/>  left: 12px; top: 10px;<br \/>  font-family: Georgia, serif;<br \/>  font-size: 80px;<br \/>  line-height: 1;<br \/>  color: var(--bal);<br \/>}<br \/>.aa .pullquote::after {<br \/>  content: '';<br \/>  position: absolute;<br \/>  left: 0; top: 0; bottom: 0;<br \/>  width: 4px;<br \/>  background: var(--b);<br \/>}<br \/>.aa .pullquote p {<br \/>  font-family: 'Space Grotesk', system-ui, sans-serif;<br \/>  font-size: clamp(18px, 2.5vw, 23px);<br \/>  font-weight: 500;<br \/>  line-height: 1.45;<br \/>  letter-spacing: -0.02em;<br \/>  color: var(--b);<br \/>  margin: 0;<br \/>  max-width: 580px;<br \/>}<br \/>.aa .pullquote p em { color: var(--mu); font-style: normal; }<br \/>.aa .pullquote-src {<br \/>  font-size: 11px;<br \/>  letter-spacing: 1.5px;<br \/>  text-transform: uppercase;<br \/>  color: var(--mu2);<br \/>  margin-top: 16px;<br \/>  font-weight: 600;<br \/>}<\/p>\n<p>\/* \u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550<br \/>   FAQ<br \/>\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550 *\/<br \/>.aa .faq { margin: 20px 0; display: flex; flex-direction: column; gap: 0; }<br \/>.aa .faq-item {<br \/>  border-bottom: 1px solid var(--ln2);<br \/>}<br \/>.aa .faq-item:first-child { border-top: 1px solid var(--ln2); }<br \/>.aa .faq-q {<br \/>  padding: 20px 0;<br \/>  font-family: 'Space Grotesk', sans-serif;<br \/>  font-weight: 600;<br \/>  font-size: 15px;<br \/>  color: var(--b);<br \/>  display: flex;<br \/>  align-items: flex-start;<br \/>  gap: 14px;<br \/>  letter-spacing: -0.01em;<br \/>}<br \/>.aa .faq-q-num {<br \/>  background: var(--b);<br \/>  color: var(--w);<br \/>  font-family: 'Space Grotesk', sans-serif;<br \/>  font-size: 10px;<br \/>  font-weight: 700;<br \/>  padding: 4px 8px;<br \/>  border-radius: 2px;<br \/>  min-width: 30px;<br \/>  text-align: center;<br \/>  margin-top: 2px;<br \/>  flex-shrink: 0;<br \/>}<br \/>.aa .faq-a {<br \/>  padding: 0 0 20px 44px;<br \/>  font-size: 14px;<br \/>  color: var(--mu);<br \/>  line-height: 1.8;<br \/>}<br \/>.aa .faq-a p { margin-bottom: 0; }<br \/>.aa .faq-a strong { color: var(--b); }<\/p>\n<p>\/* \u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550<br \/>   GRID DECISI\u00d3N<br \/>\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550 *\/<br \/>.aa .decision-grid {<br \/>  display: grid; grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr;<br \/>  gap: 16px; margin: 24px 0 36px;<br \/>}<br \/>.aa .decision-card {<br \/>  background: var(--sf);<br \/>  border: 1px solid var(--bal);<br \/>  border-radius: 4px;<br \/>  padding: 24px 22px;<br \/>}<br \/>.aa .decision-card h4 {<br \/>  font-family: 'Space Grotesk', sans-serif;<br \/>  font-size: 11px; 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}<br \/>.aa .fuentes p { margin-bottom: 3px; }<br \/><\/style>\n<article class=\"aa\"><!-- \u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550 HERO \u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550 --><\/p>\n<header class=\"hero\">\n<div class=\"hero-eyebrow\"><span class=\"hero-tag\">Aesthetic Dentistry<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"hero-lead\">Real differences between composite and porcelain veneers, in which cases each is recommended, and how to know which are best for your smile.<\/p>\n<\/header>\n<p><!-- \u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550 INTRO \u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550 --><\/p>\n<p class=\"lead\">The question of <strong>porcelain or composite veneers<\/strong> arises in almost all initial aesthetic dentistry consultations. Both materials transform your smile, but their function, durability, and price are very different. In this guide, we explain the <strong>differences between composite and porcelain veneers<\/strong> with clinical judgement so you arrive at your appointment well-informed.  <\/p>\n<div class=\"section-head\">\n<h2>What are dental veneers?<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<p>Veneers are <strong>ultra-thin shells<\/strong> that are bonded to the visible surface of the teeth to improve their colour, shape, size, or alignment. They are one of the most versatile tools in aesthetic dentistry: they can correct stained, worn, fractured, or slightly irregular teeth without the need for invasive treatments. <\/p>\n<p>The manufacturing material \u2014<strong>composite or porcelain<\/strong>\u2014 determines almost everything else: the application process, durability, final appearance, and cost. Understanding this difference is the first step to making the right decision. <\/p>\n<div class=\"section-head\">\n<h2>Composite Veneers: How they are and how they are applied<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<p>Composite veneers are made from <strong>composite resin<\/strong>, the same material used in aesthetic fillings. The dentist models them directly onto the tooth in the clinic, layer by layer, and hardens them with LED light. They do not require laboratory fabrication.  <\/p>\n<h3>Application Process<\/h3>\n<div class=\"steps\">\n<div class=\"step\">\n<ol>\n<li class=\"step-text\">The specialist performs an <strong>aesthetic study and digital smile design<\/strong> to plan the target shape, size, and colour.<\/li>\n<li class=\"step-text\">The tooth surface is prepared with a <strong style=\"letter-spacing: 0em;\">light acid etch<\/strong><span style=\"letter-spacing: 0em;\">. In most cases, no enamel reduction is required.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"step-text\">The composite is applied <strong style=\"letter-spacing: 0em;\">directly in the clinic<\/strong><span style=\"letter-spacing: 0em;\">, sculpting the desired shape layer by layer with total precision.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"step-text\">The occlusion is polished and adjusted. The result is <strong style=\"letter-spacing: 0em;\">visible in a single session<\/strong><span style=\"letter-spacing: 0em;\">, with no laboratory waiting times.<\/span> <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"dato light\">\n<div class=\"dato-label\"><strong>Key advantage:<\/strong> As they do not require external fabrication, composite veneers are a <strong>completely reversible treatment in most cases<\/strong>: if the tooth was not reduced, the composite can be removed without altering the original enamel.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"section-head\">\n<h2>Porcelain Veneers: How they are and how they are applied<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<p>Porcelain veneers \u2014also known as <strong>ceramic veneers or porcelain facets<\/strong>\u2014 are custom-made shells fabricated in a dental laboratory. Their appearance most closely resembles natural enamel: translucent, with optical depth and much higher stain resistance than composite. <\/p>\n<h3>Application Process<\/h3>\n<div class=\"steps\">\n<div class=\"step\">\n<ol>\n<li class=\"step-text\">Complete aesthetic study with <strong>3D intraoral scanner<\/strong> and digital simulation of the final result (DSD) that the patient can approve before starting.<\/li>\n<li class=\"step-text\">A <strong style=\"letter-spacing: 0em;\">minimal but irreversible reduction<\/strong><span style=\"letter-spacing: 0em;\"> of the enamel (0.3\u20130.7 mm) is performed to create space for the porcelain veneer.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"step-text\">Digital impressions are taken, and <strong style=\"letter-spacing: 0em;\">temporary veneers<\/strong><span style=\"letter-spacing: 0em;\"> are placed while the laboratory fabricates the definitive ones (10\u201315 days).<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"step-text\">The definitive porcelain veneers are bonded with high-strength adhesives. <strong style=\"letter-spacing: 0em;\">The result is permanent and long-lasting.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"dato\">\n<div class=\"dato-label\"><strong>Clinical evidence: <\/strong>According to a systematic review published in the <em>Journal of Dentistry<\/em> (2019), porcelain veneers show a <strong>survival rate of 93.5% at 10 years<\/strong>, with fracture and debonding being the most frequent causes of failure for both materials.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"section-head\" style=\"margin-top: 24px;\">\n<h2>Porcelain or Composite Veneers: Full Comparison<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"vs-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"vs-heading\">Quick view \u00b7 key points of each material<\/div>\n<div class=\"vs-grid\">\n<div class=\"vs-card-a\">\n<div class=\"vs-tag\">Composite Resin. Composite Veneers <\/div>\n<ul class=\"vs-list\">\n<li class=\"vs-item\"><span class=\"vs-dot\">\u2713<\/span>Result visible in a single session<\/li>\n<li class=\"vs-item\"><span class=\"vs-dot\">\u2713<\/span>More accessible price per tooth<\/li>\n<li class=\"vs-item\"><span class=\"vs-dot\">\u2713<\/span>Reversible if no enamel reduction occurred<\/li>\n<li class=\"vs-item\"><span class=\"vs-dot\">\u2713<\/span>Easily repairable if chipped<\/li>\n<li class=\"vs-item\"><span class=\"vs-dot\">\u2014<\/span>Lower stain resistance over time<\/li>\n<li class=\"vs-item\"><span class=\"vs-dot\">\u2014<\/span>Average durability: 5\u20137 years<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"vs-card-b\">\n<div class=\"vs-tag\">Feldspathic Ceramic<\/div>\n<div class=\"vs-title\">Porcelain Veneers<\/div>\n<ul class=\"vs-list\">\n<li class=\"vs-item\"><span class=\"vs-dot\">\u2713<\/span>More natural and translucent appearance<\/li>\n<li class=\"vs-item\"><span class=\"vs-dot\">\u2713<\/span>Highly resistant to staining and discolouration<\/li>\n<li class=\"vs-item\"><span class=\"vs-dot\">\u2713<\/span>Superior durability: 15\u201320 years<\/li>\n<li class=\"vs-item\"><span class=\"vs-dot\">\u2713<\/span>Harder and more resistant surface<\/li>\n<li class=\"vs-item\"><span class=\"vs-dot\">\u2014<\/span>Requires 2\u20133 visits with temporaries<\/li>\n<li class=\"vs-item\"><span class=\"vs-dot\">\u2014<\/span>Irreversible treatment (enamel reduction)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tabla-wrap\" style=\"margin-top: 32px;\">\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Feature<\/th>\n<th>Composite<\/th>\n<th>Porcelain<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Aesthetic appearance<\/td>\n<td class=\"med\">Very good<\/td>\n<td class=\"si\">Excellent \u00b7 more natural<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Stain resistance<\/td>\n<td class=\"no\">Moderate<\/td>\n<td class=\"si\">High \u00b7 does not stain<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Estimated durability<\/td>\n<td class=\"med\">5\u20137 years<\/td>\n<td class=\"si\">15\u201320 years<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Sessions needed<\/td>\n<td class=\"si\">1 session<\/td>\n<td class=\"no\">2\u20133 sessions<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Reversibility<\/td>\n<td class=\"si\">Yes (generally)<\/td>\n<td class=\"no\">No \u00b7 permanent reduction<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Repairability<\/td>\n<td class=\"si\">Simple in clinic<\/td>\n<td class=\"med\">Difficult \u00b7 usually replaced<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Enamel reduction<\/td>\n<td class=\"si\">Minimal or none<\/td>\n<td class=\"no\">Yes \u00b7 irreversible<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Indicative price \/ tooth<\/td>\n<td>\u20ac150\u2013400<\/td>\n<td>\u20ac500\u20131,500<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"warning\"><span>\u26a0<\/span><br \/>\n<span><strong>Indicative prices.<\/strong> The actual cost depends on the number of teeth, the dental laboratory, and the complexity of the case. The definitive quote can only be provided by the specialist after examination.<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"section-head\">\n<h2>When are composite veneers recommended?<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<ul class=\"checklist\">\n<li><span class=\"chk-icon chk-yes\">\u2713<\/span><span class=\"chk-txt\">You want a quick result: <strong>a single session<\/strong> is enough to transform your smile.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"chk-icon chk-yes\">\u2713<\/span><span class=\"chk-txt\">You are looking for a <strong>less invasive solution<\/strong>: no enamel reduction and completely reversible.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"chk-icon chk-yes\">\u2713<\/span><span class=\"chk-txt\">Your budget is tighter: composite has a <strong>significantly lower cost<\/strong> per tooth.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"chk-icon chk-yes\">\u2713<\/span><span class=\"chk-txt\">Corrections are <strong>small or moderate<\/strong>: mild gaps, small fractures, or shape irregularities.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"chk-icon chk-yes\">\u2713<\/span><span class=\"chk-txt\">You want a <strong>trial solution<\/strong> before committing to a permanent treatment.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"chk-icon chk-no\">\u2014<\/span><span class=\"chk-txt dim\">It is not the best option if teeth are heavily stained by tetracyclines, if you seek maximum durability, or if the volume of correction is large.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"section-head\">\n<h2>When are porcelain veneers recommended?<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<ul class=\"checklist\">\n<li><span class=\"chk-icon chk-yes\">\u2713<\/span><span class=\"chk-txt\">You want the <strong>most natural and durable aesthetic result<\/strong> possible, with maximum translucency and optical depth.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"chk-icon chk-yes\">\u2713<\/span><span class=\"chk-txt\">Teeth show <strong>deep or intrinsic stains<\/strong> that composite cannot fully mask.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"chk-icon chk-yes\">\u2713<\/span><span class=\"chk-txt\">You are looking for a <strong>long-term solution<\/strong>: porcelain veneers can last over 15 years with correct maintenance.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"chk-icon chk-yes\">\u2713<\/span><span class=\"chk-txt\">You have habits that can <strong>wear down or stain composite<\/strong>: frequent coffee, tea, wine, or tobacco.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"chk-icon chk-no\">\u2014<\/span><span class=\"chk-txt dim\">They are not suitable if the enamel is severely compromised, if untreated bruxism exists, or if the person does not accept the irreversibility of the treatment.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!-- \u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550 PULL QUOTE \u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550 --><\/p>\n<div class=\"pullquote\">\n<p>The best veneers are not the most expensive. They are <em>those indicated for your case, at the right time, and performed by the correct professional.<\/em> <\/p>\n<div class=\"pullquote-src\">AllDent\u00ae \u00b7 Dental Clinic \u00b7 Benalm\u00e1dena<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"section-head\">\n<h2>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq\">\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<div class=\"faq-q\"><span class=\"faq-q-num\">01<\/span>How long do dental veneers last?<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-a\">\n<p><strong>Composite veneers last between 5 and 7 years<\/strong> on average with good maintenance. <strong>Porcelain veneers can exceed 15\u201320 years<\/strong>. In both cases, patient habits \u2014hygiene, diet, bruxism\u2014 decisively influence the longevity of the treatment.  <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<div class=\"faq-q\"><span class=\"faq-q-num\">02<\/span>Do veneers require tooth reduction?<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-a\">\n<p>Composite veneers <strong>generally do not require reduction<\/strong>. Porcelain veneers do need a thin layer of enamel (0.3\u20130.7 mm) removed to create space for the ceramic shell. This reduction is <strong>minimal but irreversible<\/strong>, making the treatment permanent.  <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<div class=\"faq-q\"><span class=\"faq-q-num\">03<\/span>Can veneers be whitened if they stain?<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-a\">\n<p>No. Neither composite nor porcelain veneers respond to conventional tooth whitening. If the colour changes over time, the solution is to <strong>polish composite veneers<\/strong> or <strong>replace porcelain veneers<\/strong>. Therefore, if combined with whitening, this should be done before placing the veneers.   <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<div class=\"faq-q\"><span class=\"faq-q-num\">04<\/span>How many veneers are usually needed?<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-a\">\n<p>Most commonly, between <strong>6 and 10 upper teeth<\/strong> (those visible when smiling) are treated. In some cases, 4 central teeth may be sufficient. The specialist will assess which teeth are necessary to achieve a harmonious and natural result.  <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<div class=\"faq-q\"><span class=\"faq-q-num\">05<\/span>Do veneers look noticeable or artificial?<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-a\">\n<p>With correct design, no. The key lies in the <strong>prior aesthetic study<\/strong>: veneers that are too white or too large appear artificial. At AllDent, we perform a digital smile design (DSD) so that the patient can approve the result before starting treatment.  <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<div class=\"faq-q\"><span class=\"faq-q-num\">06<\/span>Can I combine composite and porcelain veneers?<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-a\">\n<p>Yes, although it is not common. In some cases, the specialist may recommend composite for minor corrections on secondary teeth and porcelain for the most visible ones. The important thing is that the <strong>final result is uniform in colour and texture<\/strong>, which requires precise clinical and aesthetic judgement.  <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"section-head\">\n<h2>How to choose the best veneers for you?<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<p>There is no universal answer. The decision depends on your clinical situation, your goals, and your lifestyle. These are the factors we analyse at AllDent before recommending a material:  <\/p>\n<div class=\"decision-grid\">\n<div class=\"decision-card\">\n<h4>What the specialist evaluates<\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li>Condition of enamel and tooth structure<\/li>\n<li>Type and depth of stains or defects<\/li>\n<li>Presence of bruxism or parafunctional habits<\/li>\n<li>Occlusion and relationship between upper and lower teeth<\/li>\n<li>Number of teeth to be treated and their geometry<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"decision-card\">\n<h4>What you should communicate<\/h4>\n<ol>\n<li>Your objective: colour, shape, or both<\/li>\n<li>If you have a deadline (wedding, trip, event)<\/li>\n<li>Habits: coffee, wine, tobacco, bruxism<\/li>\n<li>Your available or maximum budget<\/li>\n<li>If you value the reversibility of the treatment<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- \u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550 CTA \u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550 --><\/p>\n<div class=\"cta-action\"><a class=\"btn-cta\" href=\"#contacto\"><br \/>\n<span class=\"btn-cta-text\">Book a free appointment \u2192<\/span><br \/>\n<span class=\"btn-cta-sub\">952 029 540<\/span><br \/>\n<\/a><\/div>\n<p><!-- \u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550 FUENTES \u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550 --><\/p>\n<div class=\"fuentes\">\n<p><strong>Consulted Scientific Sources<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u00b7 Morimoto, S. et al. (2016).  <em>Survival Rate of Resin and Ceramic Inlays, Onlays, and Overlays.<\/em>  Journal of Dental Research.<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7 Layton, D.M. et al. (2019).  <em>A systematic review of the survival and complication rates of ceramic veneers.<\/em>  Journal of Dentistry.<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7 Peumans, M. et al. (2004).  <em>Porcelain veneers: a review of the literature.<\/em>  Journal of Dentistry.<\/p>\n<p>\u00b7 Spanish Dental Council \u2013 Clinical guidelines for aesthetic dentistry (2023).<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-top: 10px; color: #bdbdba;\">Last updated: July 2026<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Undecided between porcelain or composite veneers? 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