Was wondering if composite veneers are less evasive on the tooth and cheaper than porcelain ones, why are the latter more expensive?

Invasive?: 1) they may be a bit less invasive, but it really depends on exactly how much tooth structure is removed. In general, they are less invasive. 2) cost is determined on the time and expertise necessary to get it done correctly. Composite veneers have no lab fee and can be done quickly in one visit. Porcelain veneers need impressions, lab fees, and multiple visits. That's reflected in the fee, .

Veneers: It's not the material but the amount of tooth structure removed that determines how invasive the procedure is. Porcelain veneers usually require more chair time, fabricating temporary veneers, as well as additional lab costs. Therefore, the cost is higher. More importantly, porcelain veneers look more natural and last longer as a rule. However, sometimes some composite bonding is best.

Possibly : The choice of porcelain or composite veneers is based on what you want as a final result. If you are going for cheapest and looks ok, use composite. If you want a more natural look for many more years, use porcelain. The amount of time, lab charges and necessary expertise for porcelain veneers reflects higher cost. A slightly more invasive prep for porcelain allows for natural and not bulky teeth.