COSMETIC DENTISTRY SERVICES COSTS
Looking your best can not only boost your self-esteem, but also your confidence. In order to look your best, though, you’ll want to make sure you have an amazing smile. If you feel self-conscious about your smile, you may want to consider cosmetic dentistry to boost the appearance of your teeth and gums.
What Is Cosmetic Dentistry?
Cosmetic dentistry is the field of dentistry that involves procedures that help to improve the cosmetic appearance of a patient’s teeth and/or gums. These procedures often also have functional benefits that improve the actual strength or integrity of a patient’s teeth. The cost of cosmetic dentistry varies depending on the procedure.
Why Cosmetic Dentistry?
Cosmetic dentistry has a variety of benefits that can make it an excellent choice for patients. Some of these benefits include:
- A Boost in Confidence
- Higher Self-Esteem
- Stronger Teeth
- A More Complete Smile
- Prevention of Tooth Decay
- Prevention of Gum Disease
- Prevention of Bone Loss in the Jawbone
The benefits that come from a cosmetic dentistry procedure depend greatly on the specific procedure that a patient has completed.
Procedures and the Cost of Cosmetic Dentistry
Cosmetic dentistry is not just one thing. Instead, it is an umbrella term used for a variety of different procedures. Below are some of the different procedures, and costs of cosmetic dentistry:
Teeth Whitening
Teeth whitening is an extremely popular cosmetic procedure. This procedure involves the whitening of a patient’s teeth that is performed by a dentist either in-office, or through at-home treatment. While the in-office treatment is a lot faster and is provided by the dentist directly, it can be a little more expensive than at-home treatment. In-office treatment generally costs around $350.
At-home treatment may also be an option, and it is generally cheaper—often around $250. It is important to note that at-home treatment takes a lot longer to complete, and requires discipline on the part of the patient.
Dental Bonding
Dental bonding is a procedure that involves the bonding of a piece of resin onto a tooth that has been cracked, chipped or has otherwise sustained minor damage. This option is a lot more affordable than veneers or crowns, but the material is also a lot less strong. Dental bonding often costs around $150 too $400 per tooth.
Dental Veneers
Dental veneers are an excellent tooth repair option for teeth that have more moderate damage, but not severe enough damage that dental crowns need to be placed. A dental veneer is a great solution for the repair of a tooth that has been cracked, chipped or otherwise broken. Veneers will generally cost you around $250 to $2,500 per tooth, depending on the severity of the damage and the type of material that is used for the appliance.
Dental Crowns
Dental crowns are for the replacement of an entire crown. This is a step above a veneer. A dental crown generally costs around $800 to $1,200 per tooth.
Set an Appointment for a Consultation About the Cost of Cosmetic Dentistry
To discover which cosmetic procedures are right for you and the specific cost of cosmetic dentistry, set an appointment with your dentist.
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