Direct veneers · Cali, Colombia
Composite veneers in Cali, sculpted for a natural smile
Composite allows each tooth to be designed directly, refining shape and proportion while preserving healthy structure whenever the diagnosis allows.
Treatments
What are composite veneers?
Composite veneers are direct aesthetic restorations built with layers of light-cured, tooth-colored resin. They are sculpted tooth by tooth to modify shape, proportion, texture and shade.
Unlike porcelain, composite is completed directly in the mouth and usually requires less clinical time. Localized repairs are possible, although polishing may be needed and the material is more susceptible to staining, wear or small chips over time.
Clinically reviewed: August 24, 2026 · Dr. Sara Zapata
Dra. Sara Zapata
Composite and porcelain: meaningful differences
No material is best for everyone. Enamel, bite, habits and the desired degree of change determine the recommendation.
Direct material
Aesthetic composite is layered in the practice, allowing shape, texture and shade to be controlled in real time.
Repairable maintenance
It can be polished, adjusted or repaired locally, but it generally needs maintenance sooner than ceramic restorations.
Conservative change
In selected cases it can reshape a smile with minimal preparation when tooth position and bite are favorable.
Personalized process
How we design composite veneers
The result depends on diagnosis as well as precise layering, finishing and bite control.
Aesthetic and functional assessment
Teeth, gums, bite, habits and expectations are reviewed before confirming whether composite is suitable.
Shade selection and sculpting
Shades and translucencies are selected, then each veneer is layered to reproduce depth and texture.
Polishing and review
The bite and surface are refined, and follow-up care is organized according to the case.
FAQ
Composite veneer questions
How long do composite veneers last?
A commonly discussed educational range is approximately 5–8 years. Actual longevity depends on restoration size, material, bite, grinding, habits, hygiene and maintenance and cannot be guaranteed without an examination.
Can composite veneers stain?
Composite may lose gloss or pick up stains over time. Professional polishing and good habits help preserve the surface, although maintenance is generally more frequent than with porcelain.
Should I choose composite or porcelain veneers?
Composite is direct, repairable and often more conservative; porcelain provides greater shade stability and longer clinical survival. Diagnosis and personal priorities guide the choice.
Are composite veneers the same as bonding?
Not exactly. A veneer covers a broader aesthetic surface, while bonding adds composite locally to refine edges, close small spaces or correct subtle asymmetry.
Request an assessment
Find out whether composite veneers suit your smile
Share clear photographs and what you would like to change. An in-person examination confirms the appropriate material and scope.