Why Are Smile Makeovers So Expensive?

A properly trained Dentist who has had years of experience in Smile Makeovers has had exposure to many hours of continuing education. The necessary steps and time to design a new smile requires hours of commitment among Doctor, Patient and the Ceramist. With so much at stake searching for bargains and or shortcuts depending on the case often times leads to dissatisfaction and failure. The costs for Smile Makeovers can certainly be expensive but this fact is no different for consumers looking for quality and satisfaction in any other area in the marketplace. Do consumers always look to seek out the least expensive alternatives in autos,clothing,food,furniture or travel accommodations? The reality is is that quality and satisfaction demands expense.It is an excellent idea for patients who are considering Smile Makeovers to take with their relatives, friends or co-workers who have had one done. This type of conversation can allow a prospective patient to gain useful knowledge about the time that is involved to get that great result! Additionally it is important to realize although there are many porcelain ceramists, there are relatively few who are capable of translating the Doctors instructions and use the information given to provide a Life Like beautiful Porcelain Veneer or Crown. These highly skilled Ceramists will naturally demand a higher fee for their expertise. Lastly, there is infinite intrinsic value that a patient can derive from obtaining that beautiful smile.I'm not saying its that's master card moment but to many it can be pretty darn close!

The costs associated with smile makeovers can be very confusing for most patients.  Why does one office seem so expensive while another seems so cheap.  The real answers lie in two categories.

1. Experience level and training of the Doctor.  Experienced, well trained dentists will have more options and abilities to handle complex cases with a greater degree of success.  This often times is a more expensive route for patients, however when a case is well planned out and executed, the results and longevity are well worth the higher price.  Remember, you get what you pay for.

2. Experience level and training of the dental lab.  There is a distinct difference between a low cost crown/veneer and a higher fee crown/veneer.  Highly trained lab technicians have the ability to create natural life like teeth which look and function perfectly, this however, does come at a higher fee.

When choosing an office to complete a smile makeover, remember it is always easier and less expensive to do it right the first time, than it is to take the time to have it redone because you were trying to save money.