How Much Do Veneers Cost?

With perfect pearly whites plastered all over the tabloids and TV screens, more and more people have been looking for cosmetic dental procedures to perfect their smiles.  One of the most popular procedures is cosmetic veneers. These are thin porcelain or composite tooth covers that are the perfect solution for discolored, cracked, or unsightly teeth. If you are considering veneers, you may be wondering, “How much do veneers cost?”

The cost depends upon how extensive the process will be, what materials are used and the dentist you choose.

Composite Resin Veneers

If you are looking for cheap veneers, you will want to go with composite. Composite veneers will match the coloring of your natural teeth and will work effectively, but aren’t as durable as porcelain veneers. Their price ranges between $250 and $1,500 per tooth, depending upon the area you live in.

Porcelain Veneers

Porcelain veneers are more durable than composite, and they have a more finished look. Because of this, they are more expensive, ranging from $500 to $2,600 per tooth.

Other Price Factors

The answer to the question, “How much do veneers cost?” has a number of factors behind it. One is the experience and background of the dentist. To have veneers applied, you will need to see a cosmetic dentist. These dentists go through special cosmetic training so that they will be able to perform procedures such as these. The more experience and expertise the dentist has, the higher his charge will be, and the better the result will be.

Location also plays a key role in the cost. Having a veneer placed in the front of your mouth will be easier and faster than placing one toward the back. The more time and effort the process takes, the higher the professional fees will be.

Also keep in mind that many dentists will reduce the cost per veneer if you have multiple done at once. So if you know that you are going to want more veneers later on, it may be best to take care of all of them at once. Check with a number of clinics and dentists to see what they offer.

Teeth Whitening

If you are looking into cosmetic veneers because of tooth discoloration, you may instead want to look into teeth whitening. Having your teeth professionally whitened will take a number of trips to the dental office, and each visit can cost around $650, but if the problem is bad enough, this will often still be cheaper than a full set of veneers. You may not need to spend that much money, however. There are various types of professional-grade take-home whitening kits that cost between $100 and $500. The majority of these have outstanding results, and they save you hundreds and even thousands of dollars. Even some grocery store whiteners have great results, and those can cost as little as $25.