Average Cost Of Dental Veneers
The average cost of dental veneers is between $500 and over $2000 per tooth. The price though, can vary depending on where you will get the veneers and what fees are charged by the dentist who will work on your teeth. Depending on how many of your teeth need work, getting these materials might cost you a couple of thousands of dollars or more. Uses of dental veneers Veneers are a form of dental restorative material used to restore a damaged tooth or improve its appearance by covering its surface. A veneer can be either porcelain or made from composite materials. Typically, the damaged tooth will be prepared first, or its shape will be altered through drilling to accommodate the veneer. In cases when the veneer is made from very thin materials like Lumineers, there will be no need for drilling or tooth preparation. After preparation, the dental veneer is bonded to the tooth using dental cement or dental adhesives. Although these materials are more often used to protect damaged teeth, they can also serve an aesthetic purpose; primarily to improve the appearance of teeth by fixing their alignment. However, using veneers to improve teeth appearance will depend on the extent of the damage or the misalignment. If the damage is severe, veneers might not be enough. Factors affecting price The cost of getting veneers does not rely solely on whether you will get a porcelain or a composite one. The number of teeth that will be restored will also dictate how much a patient will have to pay. In addition, the location of the dental clinic and the reputation of the dentist who will handle the procedure also affect the cost. Specialists in dental cosmetics usually charge more than ordinary dentists, particularly if the specialization is more focused on aesthetics rather than dental health. A patient will have to visit the dentist's clinic at least three times for assessment, preparation and installation and each visit will likely require him or her to pay a dental fee. Extra costs will also be required for temporary crowns that will be used by the patient after drilling or before installation of the veneers if the prepared teeth look unsightly and the patient does not want to go around waiting for the veneers to be installed. All in all, consultations, type of veneers, number of teeth to be restored, location, anesthesia and other services that will be provided by the dentist will influence how much a patient will need to shell out to finally get those dental veneers. The cost of dental veneers might be considered a bit high by some, but it could be worth it if it will restore your teeth's health or give you the perfect smile that you've always wanted. |
