West Hollywood Dentist

One of the Most Trusted Holistic Dentists in Los Angeles, CA

7865 Santa Monica Blvd West Hollywood, CA 90046
(323) 654-2840

With A quarter century experience in dentistry, West Hollywood Holistic and Cosmetic Dentistry offers most dental treatments in one office. Call us today to schedule your free dental consultation.

How Much Does It Cost to Get Your Teeth Fixed

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How Much Does It Cost to Get Your Teeth Fixed

Not wanting to smile due to the appearance of chipped, stained or misshapen teeth can be a real confidence drainer. An attractive smile can go a long way towards enhancing your social relationships and career success. Fortunately, there are several cosmetic options available to get your teeth fixed.

Just like any other form of medical care, getting your teeth fixed can be expensive, especially if you don’t have insurance. Fortunately, cosmetic dental technology has advanced considerably over the years, opening up more than a few options for correcting most any type of dental problem. While few people like going to the dentist’s office, the benefits of finding a caring competent dentist make the trip worthwhile, for years to come.

Cosmetic Dentistry Options & Costs

Dental Bonding

Dental bonding offers one of the cheapest options for restoring a natural smile. If you have cracked or chipped teeth or you’re in need of dental fillings, bonding is one of the most budget-friendly ways to go. The procedure uses a durable, putty-like, resin material that’s applied to the tooth. This material is dyed so it blends in with the natural color of your teeth. Your dentist then trims, shapes and polishes it so it fits in naturally with your other teeth.

Time-wise, a dental bonding procedure takes from 30 to 60 minutes to complete. The average cost runs anywhere from $100 to $400 per tooth depending on the degree of repair involved. While cost-effective, bonding may not last as long as other cosmetic options so be sure to factor that into overall cost when comparing the different options.

Teeth Whitening

Yellowing teeth can result for any number of reasons. Devout coffee drinkers, chocolate lovers and people who eat lots of berries may start to notice yellowing teeth over time. Other people may be born with teeth that are yellowish or light gray. Still, others may have a thin enamel layer on their teeth, which exposes the yellow dentin underneath. A teeth whitening procedure offers a dramatically effective way to get your teeth fixed.

When performed in a dentist’s office, whitening procedures can produce results that appear up to 10 times whiter within an hour’s time. Granted, over-the-counter whitening kits provide a less costly option. However, the results you’ll see in the dentist’s office can last for up to a year with proper oral care. Over-the-counter kits don’t offer that. On average, the cost of an in-office treatment will run you about $650.

Dental Veneers

Compared to bonding, which acts more like a filler agent, dental veneers are custom-made shells that fit overtop your teeth. As one of the more cost-intensive options, veneers can last up to 20 years when cared for properly. The procedure involves removing around a half a millimeter of surface enamel by filing down the tooth. Then, a porcelain or resin-based shell is fitted over the front part of the tooth. The cost of dental veneers can vary widely, running from $500 to $1,300 per tooth depending on where you have the procedure done.

Inlays and Onlays

If you have decayed or damaged teeth that need fillings, inlays and onlays offer a more customized solution than standard fillings and crowns. Inlays and outlays use gold or porcelain composites as filling materials. The two procedures differ from traditional fillings in that composite material is bonded into place on the tooth instead of just molded to the tooth.

So what’s the difference between inlays and outlays? With inlays, your dentists bonds the composite inside the center of your tooth. When decay or damage is more extensive, an outlay procedure is used to fill the center of the tooth and any areas along the biting surface that need repair. The cost for these procedures run from $650 to $1,200 per tooth.

While costs between the different procedures vary widely, working with an experienced, qualified dentist is the best way to keep costs down. A job done right the first time means you won’t encounter any unexpected complications or expenses along the way. Our team of dentists at West Hollywood Holistic Dentists has over 25 years of experience in cosmetic and restorative care and will fix your teeth right, the first time. For more information or to schedule a consultation, call us today.

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