Ceramic veneers are made in a laboratory from dental ceramics — they are more durable, color-stable, and usually last 10–15 years. Composite veneers are made directly in the office from composite material. They are more affordable and faster to make, but aesthetically they are fundamentally inferior to ceramic ones — their surface is less natural, they can change shade over time, and they need to be repolished approximately once a year. The lifespan of composite veneers is usually shorter (5–7 years).