Porcelain veneers cost is something you may be interested in if you are planning to cover one or several of your teeth. The costs of veneers may vary according to the type of materials used. Porcelain veneers are the most expensive variant.
Average Costs of Porcelain Veneers
The average costs of porcelain veneers are between $700 and $2,500 per tooth. The cost will cover:
- The anesthesia, which is required to prevent pain (may be an injectible anesthetic or laughing gas)
- The fees of the dentist, who will peel the tooth, take an impression for the technician that will prepare the veneers, and then apply the veneers
- The fees of the dental technician
Typically, the costs of porcelain veneers are higher than the costs of resin or plastic veneers, but if you think that the porcelain veneers are more durable, the cost is well worth it.
Factors Affecting the Costs
First of all, the costs of the porcelain veneers will be affected by the number of teeth you decide to cover. Your dentist or dental technician may give you a discount if you get several dental veneers.
Other factors that may affect the costs of porcelain veneers may include:
- Your location; certain dental clinics located in locations with high demand for porcelain veneers (i.e. California) may have higher costs
- The fees and policies of the dental clinic
- The fees of the technician performing the veneers
- If there are complications while the impression on the teeth is made
Additional Costs
In addition to the costs for each veneer you may need, you should consider a few additional costs such as:
- The consultation may be charged by the dentist (may be an additional $ 50 to $200 depending on the clinic); this may be complimentary if you get the veneers done at the same clinic, so make sure to ask
- You may want to ask for several opinions before you get the veneers, so you may spend some money on other dental consults as well
- If you are sensitive, you may experience pain after the procedure, so you may need some over the counter medication
You should also know that the porcelain veneers are not a permanent solution and you will have to replace them periodically, depending on how you take care of your teeth. In some cases, the veneers may get only small chips or cracks which can be repaired without the need to replace the entire veneer.
Insurance Cover
Some insurance plans may cover the costs of porcelain veneers, especially if you have a job that requires impeccable teeth (i.e. work in media or at a bank). The insurance may cover up to 90% of the costs of porcelain veneers, depending on your type of insurance.
However, there are some insurance plans that will cover only the costs of cheaper veneers made of composite, while some insurance companies will not cover anything but dental cleaning and necessary fillings. Contact your insurance provider for details regarding porcelain veneers.
