Cosmetic Dentistry Prices

Many people are self-conscious about their teeth.  Although they may be healthy teeth and well cared for by medically necessary dental procedures, they could be discolored, crooked, or have any other number of real or perceived defects that can make you not want to smile.  Unfortunately, many cosmetic dentistry procedures are not covered by insurance and individuals often avoid seeking out additional information with the belief that they will be too expensive to be able to afford.  By learning more about cosmetic dentistry prices, however, you might be pleasantly surprised.  The prices listed below are based on national averages; you should consult with your preferred dental practitioner to learn more about pricing in your own area before making any decisions to have a procedure performed.

Bridges, or false teeth that help bridge a gap formed by teeth that have fallen out or been pulled, can help to improve self esteem by giving a more uniform tooth line instead of leaving unsightly gaps.  The range of prices for having a bridge built and placed is from $1050 to $2500 per tooth and largely depends upon where in your mouth the bridge will be placed and the difficulty in building a bridge in that location.

Porcelain crowns are a way to cap over a tooth that can no longer be repaired by fillings or that has undergone a root canal.  Crowns can also be used to cover over teeth that were misshapen or to replace an entire section of teeth and provide a more uniform appearance.  Crowns range from $1050 to $2500 per tooth and require at least two dental procedures to set.

Porcelain inlays can also be used to improve the appearance of teeth instead of traditional filling or crowns.  These cost between $1050 and $2500 per tooth and can also require multiple procedures in some occurrences.

Implants can be very expensive but can be a great investment to even out the appearance of your mouth.  Ranging from $4000 to $10,000, implants require very careful planning and often several procedures.

Teeth whitening is often a desired procedure, to remove years of stains from your teeth and restore you to your pearly whites.  Ranging from $525 to $600 for your entire mouth, this can be a terrific investment not only in your dental health but also in your self esteem.  Not all discoloration can be fixed, however, so you should discuss with your dentist what can be reasonably accomplished through teeth whitening.