How much does it cost to get porcelain veneers on 2 front teeth? Which type of porcelain veneer should I choose?

When should you get porcelain veneers on 2 front teeth?

The first important step is to determine which method suits the actual condition of your teeth. Choosing between veneers and crowns depends greatly on the strength of the enamel and the extent of the current flaws.

How much do porcelain veneers on 2 front teeth cost?

So before looking into how much porcelain veneers on 2 front teeth cost, you need to determine whether your teeth are better suited to veneers or crowns. 

When should you get porcelain veneers on 2 front teeth?

According to dentists, patients should only get porcelain veneers on 2 front teeth in the following cases: 

- A gap between the front teeth of less than 2 mm: if the gap is too large (>3 mm), veneering only 2 teeth will make them abnormally wide, breaking the "golden proportion" (1.6 : 1 : 0.6) and spoiling the aesthetic balance.

- Teeth with cracks or enamel hypoplasia on the enamel surface that have not yet affected the dentin. 

- Shovel-shaped front teeth or slight mechanical wear on the incisal edge.

In short, porcelain veneers on 2 front teeth should only be used for mild problems with tooth color and shape. 

When should you NOT get porcelain veneers on 2 front teeth?

Patients should not choose porcelain veneers in the following cases: 

- Extensive enamel loss: the bond strength drops from 25–30 MPa (on enamel) to 15–18 MPa (on dentin). This increases the risk of veneers coming off under chewing forces.

- Large fractures: if less than 50% of the tooth tissue remains, there is not enough bonding area for a veneer, and a porcelain crown will be a more durable choice.

- Bad habits such as grinding or biting hard objects: grinding forces can reach 900 newtons, exceeding the limit of glass ceramics and causing fatigue fractures.

- Severe bite problems: an untreated edge-to-edge, reverse or deep bite puts extreme pressure on the incisal edges of the veneers.

These cases need treatment to eliminate bad habits or correct the bite before porcelain veneers can be placed. 

Advantages and disadvantages of porcelain veneers on 2 front teeth 

Porcelain veneers on 2 front teeth are the best option for correcting simple problems with tooth shape and color. The technique only requires 0.3–0.5 mm of surface preparation on each tooth without invading the tooth tissue too much. Preserving the enamel keeps the tooth's natural biological feedback and avoids pulp sensitivity. Veneering only 2 front teeth also costs significantly less than veneering many teeth. 

The biggest challenge is matching the veneer color to the natural teeth. Natural teeth have complex optical properties, including fluorescence, opalescence and lobe grooves or white spots. Creating 2 veneers that sit between natural teeth without standing out is extremely difficult.

How much do porcelain veneers on 2 front teeth cost?

The 3 most popular types of veneers for the aesthetic zone are Lisi laminate veneers, Emax laminate veneers and zirconia laminate veneers. The porcelain veneer prices at Lac Viet Intech are as follows: 

This detailed price list is published and applies to all Lac Viet Intech patients. 

Note:  

- Prices are per porcelain unit

- Prices may be further reduced if promotions apply at the time. 

Which veneers should you choose for 2 front teeth?

How much porcelain veneers on 2 front teeth cost depends on the type of veneer. The 2 front teeth serve both aesthetic and major chewing functions, so patients need to choose suitable veneers. The 3 most popular types of veneers today are: 

Emax Press laminate veneers

Emax Press is the "gold standard" of porcelain veneers. These veneers strike a perfect balance between natural aesthetics, biocompatibility and mechanical strength. Although as thin as a contact lens, Emax Press laminate veneers still have a flexural strength of about 400–500 MPa. Their color characteristics are also very close to natural teeth, ensuring a natural look. 

Lisi laminate veneers 

LiSi glass ceramic is optimized for ultra-thin veneers thanks to a denser crystal structure than Emax. These are also premium porcelain veneers, priced from 12,400,000 to 14,000,000 VND. The flexural strength of Lisi laminate veneers exceeds 500 MPa, so patients can chew with more confidence without worrying about chipping or detachment. Lisi laminate veneers also score top marks for their "warm" tone and natural fluorescence. 

Which veneers should you choose for 2 front teeth?

However, Lisi laminate veneers are quite "selective". They are only suitable for slightly discolored teeth without bite problems. 

Zirconia laminate veneers

Unlike Emax or LiSi glass ceramics, zirconia laminate veneers are a polycrystalline ceramic without glass. Light passing through zirconia is scattered more, giving a slightly "matte" and opaque look, so they provide good coverage and suit more discolored front teeth. 

Zirconia laminate veneers look more "fake" than LiSi or Emax under high-intensity light. In normal lighting, however, there is almost no difference in color between the 3 types. 

The biggest advantage of zirconia laminate veneers is their high flexural strength of about 600–900 MPa. Zirconia laminate veneers are in the mid-range segment, priced from 7,920,000 to 9,000,000 VND. 

Overall, how much porcelain veneers on 2 front teeth cost depends largely on the type of veneer the patient chooses and the skill of the dentist performing the work. Call the hotline 866380033 for detailed advice on prices and to receive offers on porcelain veneers.