Veneers – Beachwood, OH

Cost vs. Cosmetic Dentistry: What’s Right for Me?

Veneers are a great option for transforming your teeth, but they are not the only way to enhance your smile. Here is an overview of some popular services, along with brief notes about their cost:

• Clear aligners. Clear aligners can gradually correct misalignment over the course of several months or longer. They are ideal for many individuals whose crooked teeth are threatening their oral health. However, they cost thousands of dollars and do not enhance the color, size, or shape of teeth.
• Teeth whitening. Whitening services can quickly get rid of dental stains, and a treatment may cost just a few hundred dollars. However, the results might last for only a few years, and the size, shape, and positioning of your teeth will not be improved.
• Dental bonding. Dental bonding is quite affordable for most patients, and at first, its results look similar to veneers. The big downside with bonding is that it usually needs to be replaced every few years.
• Metal-free restorations. Metal-free crowns and other restorations can help you to replace old, unsightly metal restorations. Although they look beautiful, their purpose is more to improve your oral health than to enhance your smile.
• Veneers are sometimes thought of as an “all-in-one” treatment because they can hide discoloration, minor misalignment, and many other aesthetic flaws. They can last for decades, and the treatment process is relatively quick. Although they can cost several thousand dollars (depending on how many you need), they are a great monetary value!

How to Make Veneers Affordable

Insurance almost never covers veneers because they are an elective treatment. Despite that, there may be a few provisions that you can use to make your treatment more affordable:

• A FREE Smile Makeover Consultation can be an important first step on your path to achieving your ideal look.
• If you commit to veneers, you can take advantage of our special for $100 Off your total treatment cost.
• Our In-House Membership Savings Plan does not apply to veneers, but you can use it to get a discount on teeth whitening, which is often recommended prior to veneers treatment.
• We accept both CareCredit and Proceed financing, which can help you break up the cost of your treatment into several monthly installments.
• In some cases, we can make treatment adjustments to use fewer veneers.

Are you ready to learn more about dental veneers and their price? You can rely on our team to be candid with you about the financial aspect of your treatment. Get in touch with us today to book a personalized consultation. We look forward to helping you achieve your goals!

Will I Still Be Able to Drink Coffee with Veneers?

So long as you’re careful, you can drink coffee with veneers. A few cups of java won’t threaten your treatment results.

You see, veneers are made of stain-resistant porcelain. This material is nonporous, so dark-colored food particles struggle to get beneath it. As a result, the occasional coffee won’t lead to major staining. You can drink your morning joe without worry.

All that said, do note that veneers aren’t stain-proof. An excessive coffee intake could still affect them negatively. Therefore, only drink dark-colored beverages in moderation. This approach will help your veneers last as long as possible.

Do Veneers Give You a Lisp?

Occasionally, yes – veneers can give you a lisp. Some struggle to pronounce words with them at first.

When a veneer lisp occurs, it usually stems from muscle memory. The patient’s tongue isn’t used to the shells’ presence during speech. From there, the difference in thickness alters how the tongue moves. This change can cause trouble pronouncing the “s” and “v” sounds.

Luckily, it’s not hard to overcome this lisp. The tongue will eventually adjust on its own. Also, continued practice can speed up the adjustment. If necessary, a dentist could also reduce the veneers’ thickness. This method would help a lisp fade.

Is It Painful to Get Veneers?

You can rest assured: veneer placement isn’t itself painful. In fact, dentists take steps to ensure it goes smoothly and comfortably.

Crucially, the dentist will numb your mouth before treatment. Doing so will prevent discomfort during the placement process. At most, you might sense some pressure as the team works on the relevant teeth.

All that said, you may feel some post-treatment sensitivity. Such aches are more likely if you have multiple veneers placed. (Placing eight or more can lead to soreness in the gums and jaw.) Plus, some patients get short-lived “bonding sensitivity” – a sharp pain when they bite into something hot or cold. Still, these effects are temporary and can be managed with painkillers.

Do Veneers Feel Like Real Teeth?

Given enough time, veneers do feel like real teeth. Most patients report that the shells work pretty naturally in their mouths. As such, they often don’t notice the veneers when talking or eating.

One reason for such naturalness is that veneers are customized. Using a precise dental impression, lab workers carefully craft them to match your smile. Therefore, the final shells fit perfectly over your teeth and don’t protrude uncomfortably.

Of course, another big factor is the material used. Veneers are made of dental-grade porcelain that’s smooth and mild. Consequently, they don’t irritate your mouth’s soft tissues.