Comparison (Pillar)

Crown & Veneer Materials Compared

There's no single right material for every crown or veneer — the best choice depends on where the tooth sits in the mouth, how much sound tooth structure remains, and how much chewing force it will need to withstand. This page sets zirconia, monolithic zirconia, glass ceramic, porcelain veneers, composite veneers and metal-backed porcelain side by side. The aim isn't to rank one material above another, but to show which option tends to come up in which circumstances.