Arezoo Nasiry, DDS

In the past, porcelain was the only material available for veneers. To apply porcelain veneers, a dentist will remove a layer of your enamel so that the porcelain will bond. Porcelain is extremely resistant to stains and has a good aesthetic outcome. Composite veneers use newer materials that are combined with porcelain to become a hybrid. Composite materials allow dentists to conserve tooth structure and can be removed or replaced as needed. They are generally thinner and stronger than porcelain veneers, making them more expensive.

The cost of full mouth of veneers could range from $6,000 to $20,000, depending on the number of teeth treated and the materials used for restorations. Lumineers are a bit cheaper, but this is because they do not compare in strength or esthetics to the advanced porcelain used in veneers. They are infamous for looking fake and can fracture quite easily.

There are several factors that determine the cost of porcelain veneers. On average, the cumulative cost ranges between $800-$1,500 per tooth for veneers with high quality, shape, color, texture and life-like esthetics. The overall cost for veneers can also depend upon the quality of your current teeth, and whether or not other dental procedures need to be performed first. Many dental insurance packages do not cover veneers as they are considered non-essential or cosmetic procedures.

Cleaning Invisalign aligners is very simple. Every time you brush your teeth, you should gently brush your aligners (on the inside and outside) and rinse them in lukewarm water. You can also soak them in a denture cleaner, or with Invisalign cleaning crystals while you are eating. Most importantly, make sure you brush and floss after each meal, so that food and saliva doesn't get trapped in the aligners and soak into your teeth.

Invisalign cases typically cost about $3000-$6000, depending on the scope of the treatment and the complexity of tooth movement required. The costs associated with Invisalign cover impressions, x-rays, a 3D digital treatment plan, the clear aligners, and all necessary office visits.