Veneers Cost: Are They Worth the Investment? [Video Q&A]

Sometimes, people with an otherwise healthy smile still feel insecure about the shape or color of their individual teeth. When some folks first learn about veneers, they’re hoping to hide chips, cracks, and stains that don’t respond well to whitening. But like so many other decisions in life, patients hesitate when considering veneers cost. Dr. Magno finds that many patients are put at ease once they understand all the cost factors that go into a veneers makeover, as well as how financing can help break up the expense into smaller payments. She ensures you get the most out of your investment by explaining how to care for your veneers.

What Are Dental Veneers?

Veneers are thin, custom-made porcelain shells that cover the front surface of the teeth to improve their appearance. They can change the shape, length, width, and color while concealing minor wear, chips, or cracks. In her 25 years in dentistry, Dr. Magno has had great success with veneers, and patients love their new smiles afterward.

Depending on your needs, you might need fewer or more veneers. Dr. Magno tends to place porcelain veneers in even numbers. She’ll treat teeth in increments of 2, 4, 6, 8, or 10 at a time.

The veneer process is quite simple. First, Dr. Magno conducts a thorough exam and takes X-rays to ensure your teeth are healthy enough for veneers. She might suggest that your teeth need treatment for decay or gum disease before any other treatment. As a part of the planning phase, she explores what you don’t like about your smile so she can customize your veneer to make the right changes. To place the veneers, she removes a small amount of healthy enamel from the tooth, a permanent change. Then, she bonds the veneers directly to the teeth.

Finally, you’ll enjoy a beautiful smile. Veneers can last 10 to 15 years, but proper care can help them last even longer.

Exploring Veneers Cost Factors

The main factor in the cost of your veneers is the number of teeth Dr. Magno is treating. If only two teeth are treated, the investment will be lower. If Dr. Magno treats the entire smile line, the price will be higher. Your overall investment might also increase if your teeth need restorative treatment before receiving veneers, such as dental fillings or gum disease treatment.

Once you arrive at a cost for veneers, our practice makes it easy to manage that expense with helpful financing options. We work with a variety of healthcare loan and credit card companies to transform a large investment into smaller, more manageable costs. To finance your care, you’ll take out a loan or credit card, pay our practice up front, and receive your smile makeover. Then, you’ll pay off your treatment in affordable monthly installments.

Still, affording veneers is only half of the story when it comes to justifying their cost. For veneers to be worth the investment, you also need to properly care for them.

Protect Your Investment: How To Care for Veneers

Part of what ensures your veneers are worth the cost is taking care of your investment to extend their lifespan.

For daily maintenance, Dr. Magno recommends flossing twice a day and brushing after every meal. She sometimes recommends an electric toothbrush or a water flosser to ensure a deep clean. Another key way to keep veneers in good shape is to address harmful habits that can damage them. For instance, if you struggle with clenching or grinding your teeth at night, she will recommend wearing a nightguard to protect your teeth. You should also never use your teeth “as tools,” such as to open bottles or tear plastic.

Just like any other dental treatment or anything else in life, if you take care of your veneers, you’ll have them for a longer time. Dr. Magno will ensure you know exactly how to maintain your veneers when you choose her practice for your cosmetic makeover.

Learn More About Veneers Cost

If you’re excited about the prospect of veneers, but more hesitant about cost, our office helps ease those nerves with transparency about the price of your makeover. We take it a step further by working with a range of third-party financing companies. Before you leave with your final set of veneers, Dr. Magno will educate you about proper maintenance.

Dr. Magno loves transforming smiles with veneers. She’s always excited when she sees her patients’ renewed sense of confidence, showing off a beautiful, brighter, more uniform set of teeth. If you’re curious about how veneers are worth the investment for you, Dr. Magno would love to clarify your expectations. Text or call (510)-591-0091 to schedule a consultation.