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Porcelain Veneers vs. Crowns
 Condition of the lingual surface
 This basically refers to the part of the teeth that facing inwards towards the
tongue and the oral cavity. Porcelain veneers requires the lingual surface to be
intact for best result. This may wear out as a result of dental carries and other
dental problems. In cases where the lingual surface is worn out, dentists usually
recommends crowns to be used.
 Severity of Dental Carries
 Dental carries simply refer to tooth decay or cavities. Where dental carries are
severe and significant, veneers might not be the best option. They bond better in
teeth with minimal dental carries. Here too, you will be advised to make use of
crowns
 The thickness of the enamel
 Fitting veneers requires removal of some enamel and fitting of veneer with the
same thickness as the enamel removed. In some patients however, you will find
very thin enamel thus removing might make the teeth too delicate to sustain
veneers. Some people also have enamel that wears off or is eroded over time. For
such, crowns will be preferred to porcelain veneers.