Veneers – West Seneca, NY

Cost of Cosmetic Dentistry: What's Right For Me?

• Braces: In addition to taking up to three years to complete, braces can temporarily impair your appearance with brackets and wires. If you have very minor misalignment, veneers may be the faster and better solution for your smile for a comparable price.
• Teeth Whitening: Although teeth whitening tends to cost less than veneers, there are cases where even professional whitening doesn’t work. Whether you’re taking certain medications or your teeth are simply not responding to treatment, veneers cover any discoloration regardless of the cause.
• Direct Bonding: This more cost-effective alternative to veneers can address many of the same problems as porcelain, but it is not usually as natural looking or durable.
• Veneers: Although these ceramic porcelain sheaths may have a higher cost than other cosmetic dental procedures, veneers last significantly longer and are custom fabricated to look just like natural enamel for a flawless look.

How to Make Veneers Affordable

Unlike necessary dental work, like root canals, crowns, or fillings, veneers are not typically covered by dental insurance because purely cosmetic procedures are considered elective. However, even if you can’t use your benefits to lower the cost, we provide ways to make veneers fit within your budget, such as financing. For those who qualify, low interest rates are available and break up the total price into monthly payments that are much easier to pay for than a one-time sum.

Can Veneers Be Whitened?

Not really. Once the shade of the veneers has been selected and made in the dental lab, it can’t really be altered, even by the bleaching power of professional teeth whitening. If you plan on getting veneers on some teeth and whitening others, we generally recommend doing the whitening treatment first. That way, we will be matching your veneers to a more brilliant shade in your enamel, and your teeth can look naturally uniform and flawless.

How Long Do Veneers Last?

The lifespan of veneers typically runs for 10 to 15 years, but it ultimately depends on how well you care for them. If you brush and floss your teeth daily and get regular dental cleanings and checkups, chances are your veneers will stay in good shape for a long, long time. However, if you grind your teeth, chew on pencils or ice, or have other bad habits, your veneers may not last the full amount of time.

Does It Hurt to Get Veneers?

When preparing your teeth for veneers, we take off a tiny bit of enamel, which would likely be uncomfortable, but that’s why we give you a local anesthetic first! We wait until it has fully taken effect before we start removing this tooth structure. As a result, you should be completely numb and impervious to any pain while getting ready for your veneers. At all the other stages, you shouldn’t feel discomfort.

Are There Food Restrictions with Veneers?

No, you are free to eat basically anything you would eat with real teeth. The porcelain material is very durable and actually resists stains better than natural enamel. However, to keep your veneers in the best possible shape, you may want to be careful, especially soon after getting them, and avoid excessively hard foods. Consuming too much highly pigmented foods and drinks like coffee can also make your veneers discolor prematurely.