In one sense, bonding and veneers are similar because they can both be used to make a wide variety of corrections. However, the procedures themselves are completely different. Veneers are thin shells attached directly to the front of the teeth, and as such small amounts of enamel will have to be removed to make them look natural in the mouth; with dental bonding, no such changes are necessary. Furthermore, it typically takes at least two appointments to place veneers whereas dental bonding can be completed in just one hour. This means veneers are more suitable for extensive corrections while bonding is ideal for minor improvements that only need a “quick fix.”