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Archives for December 2016

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Hi. I am looking for cheap dentures but not bottom of the barrel. I don’t want them to be so cheap that the keep falling out of my mouth or the teeth start falling off of them. How cheap is too cheap? I know you can’t tell me the exact cost, but a ballpark figure would help. Thanks. Gracie

Gracie – The average cost of dentures depends on where you live in the country and the dentist who provides them. Your city and state are not included in your inquiry, so we suggest that you call or visit the offices of three dentists in your area.

Tips when comparing the cost for dentures

  • As you compare and record the costs from each dentist, find out what is included in the prices you are quoted. Surgical costs for tooth extraction, sedation, lab fees, the type and quality of dentures, and other services factor into the total cost.
  • In order to receive quality dentures that last, consider looking for a competitive price from a highly skilled cosmetic dentist, and not insisting on a bargain.
  • Cosmetic dentures will give you a smile that reflects your personality and doesn’t look generic. Think about dentures as more than just teeth to chew your food. Denture teeth become your smile. If the denture teeth are pasty looking, bulky, or fake looking, they can embarrass you and affect your confidence or self-esteem.
  • Carefully choose the dentist from whom you receive dentures. A cosmetic dentist can produce natural-looking results. Compare cosmetic dentures with low-quality dentures and see the difference for yourself.

Ask for information on financing, payment plans, and other ways that each dentist makes high-quality, cosmetic dentures affordable for you.

This post is sponsored by Bedminster, NJ cosmetic dentist Dr. Allyson Hurley.

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3 years ago I started looking online for information on porcelain veneers. When I found out how much they cost, I immediately started saving for them. I’ve saved half the cost of 8 veneers and I figured that I will finance the rest. Within the past month, I visited 3 top cosmetic dentists for consultations on the veneers. Each of the dentists told me that they would only do the veneers if I agreed not to wear my tongue piercing anymore. My tongue piercing is very personal to me. In all of my research on veneers, I didn’t come across anything that indicated I wouldn’t be able to get veneers because of the piercing. Now that I started looking for information on it though, I see that some dentists won’t do cosmetic dentistry work because of tongue piercings. Am I out of options on this one? - Mandy

Mandy – Your comments don’t reveal why you chose porcelain veneers as the solution for transforming your smile. But depending on what improvements you want to see, there might be other options.

The metal from tongue piercings can crack or chip natural teeth or porcelain veneers. A misjudgment in biting or a slip of the tongue can easily damage a tooth. That’s why the dentists you’ve spoken with are concerned. Many cosmetic dentists have a no-piercing policy for porcelain restorations. The time and money invested in a smile makeover are at risk of being wasted. If your veneers are damaged, they have to be replaced.

Again, depending on the condition of your teeth, you might have other options, including the following:

  • Misaligned teeth – Although porcelain veneers can quickly transform misaligned teeth, orthodontic treatment might be an option. Clear or invisible braces provide treatment without people noticing it.
  • Stained teeth – Stains that are deeply embedded in your teeth can be removed with teeth whitening from a dentist. In-office teeth whitening produces brilliant results in minutes.
  • Gum contouring – If you have a gummy smile, chairside contouring lifts the gumline and makes teeth look longer.
  • Cosmetic contouring – Uneven teeth can be beautifully shaped to complement each other.

If the issues with are your teeth are more complex than what is listed above, porcelain restorations might be the best option. If so, with a little more searching and persistence, you will be able to find a cosmetic dentist who will do the work for you, if you insist. You just need to be fully aware of the oral health risks and the risks of damage to porcelain restorations when wearing a tongue piercing.

 

This post is sponsored by Bedminster, NJ top cosmetic dentist Dr. Allyson Hurley.