Factors that Affect the Cost of Cosmetic Dentistry

With more patients seeking to cosmetically improve their smiles, the question becomes, “How much does it cost to get cosmetic dental treatment?” There is typically no one price that comes attached to a cosmetic treatment plan. Each dental patient is different in terms of their oral health and what they’re hoping cosmetic dentistry will be able to help them achieve.

If you’re considering cosmetic treatment to make your smile look bright and healthy, all of the following will factor into the overall cost of your plan for care.

Materials

The goal of any cosmetic treatment is to help your teeth look naturally healthy, which is where selecting the right restorative materials becomes important. Certain prosthetics used in dental cosmetics, such as crowns and bridges, can be made from a base of metal that is coated in tooth-colored porcelain – these are typically the most economical. The most life-like prosthetics, though, are those made from solid porcelain, ceramic, or zirconia, which can be more costly, depending on the size of the restoration.

Pre-Treatments

Setting the stage for best results often includes pre-treatment to ensure longevity of care and proper aesthetic.  For some patients, a cosmetic dentist may recommend periodontal therapies before placing a dental implant or a crown. Some other patients may need a tooth extracted and replaced, or may need natural teeth whitened before a veneer can be placed for good color matching. It’s important to consider any additional care you may need, based on outstanding oral health issues, when thinking about the cost of a cosmetic treatment plan.

Surgical Care

Dental implants are a popular cosmetic and restorative dental treatment, as they are long-lasting, strong, and look just like real teeth. Dental implants are durable because they are implanted through surgical processes into the bone in your jaw, where they naturally integrate.  A cosmetic treatment plan that includes surgical procedures will incur additional costs, especially for any sedation medication used during surgery.

The best way to find out what costs your cosmetic dental plan may include is to speak to the dentists at Dynamic Dental Center. We go over all of your options for care, so you can select the procedures and materials that will give you the smile you want, at a cost that you are comfortable with. If you have questions, please call our Queens, NY cosmetic dentists for a consultation.

6 Great Ways to Whiten Teeth on Your Own

Now more than ever, people are desiring a whiter smile. With an association with good oral health and positive first impressions, white teeth have been in high demand. Your local dentist can provide you with chairside and take-home whitening procedures, but there are also ways to brighten your smile on your own.

Keep up with regular oral hygiene: A bright smile starts with regular brushing and flossing, as well as routine dental appointments. Oral hygiene will keep plaque at bay, creating a healthier and whiter smile.

Eat healthy snacks: Instead of chips or candy, try eating fruits and vegetables as a daily snack. The consistency of fruits and vegetables helps scrape bacteria from the surface of teeth, helping to brighten your smile over time.

Cut down on staining drinks: Consuming liquids like coffee or red wine stains the teeth, especially in large quantities. Try cutting down on these drinks or drink them through a straw to point the liquid away from the front-facing teeth.

Use over-the-counter whitening kits: Although they typically only target the “social 6” (or the front 6 viewable teeth) over-the-counter whitening kits are an affordable and fast way to gain whiter teeth.

Don’t smoke: There aren’t many benefits to smoking, and improving your oral health is certainly not one of them. If you want to gain a whiter smile, you should eliminate cigarettes.

Contact Dynamic Dental Work: A professional whitening procedure, whether it’s chairside or at-home, is the best and most effective way to target stained tooth enamel and whiten the smile.

The dental health professionals at Dynamic Dental Work would be happy to schedule an appointment with you and discuss a teeth whitening procedure. Contact our Queens dental office today!