Porcelain Veneers Costs and Financing

Before making the decision to move forward with porcelain veneers, you will want to understand what costs will be associated with the treatment. During your initial consultation, in which the dentist will evaluate your specific case, porcelain veneer cost information will also be provided. As every smile is different, costs vary from patient to patient. Some patients may require just one or two dental veneers for the purpose of closing a gap, or correcting minor cosmetic flaws. Other patients may require a complete set of veneers, which can dramatically alter the size and shape of the visible teeth, for a whole new, improved smile. The standard cost of porcelain veneer placement can be as low as $700 per tooth, and as high as $3,000 per tooth. While some may consider the treatment to be an expensive one, many believe that the benefits of porcelain veneers are well worth the cost.

Factors That Determine Porcelain Veneer Pricing

A number of factors must be considered before you and your dentist can determine the total price of your treatment, including:

• Number of teeth being treated
• Extent of work needed
• Duration of the treatment - number of appointments required and the time spent for each appointment
• Dentist location - some areas of the country, such as California, are more expensive than other U.S. states. Plus, larger, metropolitan cities may be more expensive than less populated cities.
• Dentist credentials - each dentist establishes their own prices and more experienced dentists may charge more
• Type of practice - some practices offer more advanced technology, which may hike up costs
• Type of material used - porcelain is often more expensive than acrylic, ceramic, or resin; some brands of porcelain veneers, such as Lumineers® or da Vinci Veneers^TM, may be pricier
• Additional work needed - patients may have bite problems or gum disease that need to be corrected along with veneer placement; or, patients may want a teeth whitening treatment with their veneers, adding to the total cost of treatment
• Dental insurance - very few insurance companies cover cosmetic procedures; check with your insurance company to confirm prior to commencing treatment

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Porcelain Veneers Financing

The cost of having porcelain dental veneers placed is generally not covered by dental insurance plans because it is considered a cosmetic treatment. However, financing is available through companies such as CareCredit®; financing plans break up the cost of treatment over a set period of time. Dental offices can usually provide you with financing information during your consultation, so you can easily achieve your dream of a beautiful smile.

How Financing Works

Health care financing allows patients to spread the total cost of the porcelain dental veneers treatment into affordable monthly payments. Most financing companies offer short-term interest rates that range from six to 18 months in length and offer lower interest rates. For those seeking a longer term loan, extended payment plans that range from 18 to 60 months in length are available; however, extended plans typically have higher interest rates.

Here are some things to remember when considering financing your porcelain veneers:

• Make sure you can afford the monthly payments before deciding to finance your cosmetic dental work
• If you have poor credit history, you can still obtain a loan with the help of a co-signer
• Most credit companies will finance 100 percent of the total cost of the porcelain veneers
• Make sure to shop around for the best interest rate
• Most dental offices accept major credit cards as a form of payment for veneers
• Some dentists can set up a payment plan for you - ask about your options

Interested in Undergoing Treatment? Find a Cosmetic Dentist Today!

Porcelain veneers can offer beautiful, long-lasting results when placed by an experienced cosmetic dentist. To find a qualified aesthetic dentist, look no further than the DocShop directory, where you can find the private practice websites of local specialists. By viewing these websites, you can view before and after photos, dentist credentials, patient testimonials, and more, to be sure you can find a cosmetic dentist you can trust. Find a cosmetic dentist to learn more about pricing and financing options for porcelain veneers in your area.