How Much is Cosmetic Dentistry?

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How Much is Cosmetic Dentistry?
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Cosmetic dentistry is a broad term for any dental
service performed for the primary purpose of
enhancing the smile and appearance. Because of
this, most dental insurance providers dont
provide coverage for these elective procedures.
If you are considering a dental enhancement, its
natural for you to wonder, How Much is Cosmetic
Dentistry? While many factors go into
determining the final cost, well do our best to
provide you with cost estimates for several
popular cosmetic improvements.
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Preparing Your Budget for an Elective Dental
ProcedureBelow are the current average costs
for several cosmetic dentistry enhancements
according to the Consumer Guide to
DentistryPorcelain Veneers For this process,
Dr. Vanama affixes a thin ceramic shell to the
front of a tooth to disguise minor issues such as
discoloration, cracks, and gaps between teeth.
The cost can range from 935 to 2,500
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per tooth with the average life expectancy of
porcelain veneers being 10 to 15
years.Invisalign Braces These clear plastic
aligners are an alternative to traditional metal
braces. Although the cost can range between
5,000 and 7,500, most dental insurance carriers
provide at least some benefit for orthodontic
treatment.
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Teeth Whitening The most popular cosmetic
dentistry procedure brightens the shade of the
teeth by as much as 10 times. The average
in-office cost is 650 per session. Less
expensive alternative are also available, such as
using a professional teeth whitening kit at home
or purchasing one from a drugstore. However, the
last option rarely provides the desired results.
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Dental Implants This is an attractive
alternative to traditional dentures for many
people because it replaces the tooth roots to
keep the replacement teeth permanently in place.
A single dental implant costs a minimum of
2,500, but the cost can go up considerably if
you require a bone graft, sinus lift, tissue
graft, or tooth extraction. The average
nationwide cost to replace six or more teeth with
dental implants is 35,000.
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Dental Bridges This procedure replaces missing
teeth by attaching supporting hardware to
adjacent teeth that holds the new one in place.
The typical cost is between 700 and 1,500 per
tooth. Many dental insurance companies provide
some coverage for dental bridges if they are
medically necessary.
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Discovery Dental Will Help You Plan Your
Care When you come in for a consultation with
Dr. Madhuri Vanama at Discovery Dental, she
provides you with a written estimate for your
cosmetic dentistry procedure. We recommend that
you check with your insurance company first to
see if it covers any portion of the dental
enhancement you would like to have performed.
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We can also put you in touch with other
resources, such as Care Credit, CITI, and
Springstone. These are third-party financing
companies for uncovered medical and dental
expenses. If you have additional questions about
paying for your dental care, please contact our
office. http//discoverydentalwa.com