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Smile Makeover Cost

By May 19, 2022 August 15th, 2023 No Comments
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There are several different variables that can play into the cost of a smile makeover. Some people just need simple whitening for a makeover while others might need cosmetic changes, complete makeovers, surgical procedures, and more.

This means that the cost of a smile makeover heavily depends on the treatment path. It’s important to work with a professional and determine a plan for your smile makeover.

However, if you’re curious about the costs, take a quick look through this guide for some average costs that might help you plan.

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Teeth Whitening

If you’re looking for the most affordable option, it just might be teeth whitening. There are several different ways to do this so the costs can vary. If you use a dental office for your teeth whitening, the costs range from about $200-$400 depending on how they choose to whiten your teeth and the process involved.

If you choose to use home whitening kits, these can sometimes be quite effective. You need to be very careful about choosing a reliable system and then using it correctly. If you choose to use a home kit for teeth whitening, your price range might be more like $50-$100. Again, it depends on the system and what you choose to use.

When it comes to teeth whitening, you can find tons of things. Here are a few examples of options you might see.

  • Bleaching agents
  • Toothpastes
  • Gel kits
  • Whitening strips
  • Laser whitening
  • Mouth Rinses
  • Whitening trays
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Tooth Color Cosmetic Bonding

A cosmetic procedure that you might hear about is tooth bonding. This process was really designed for teeth that need to be repaired. Perhaps teeth that are chipped, broken, or even cracked. However, they have found that it can be beneficial for teeth that are discolored.

That means you can get a smile makeover for just about anything using tooth bonding processes. This is a cosmetic dental procedure and it’s not terribly expensive compared to some options out there.

Tooth bonding uses resin in combination with your real tooth. It’s natural but can also lighten the color of your teeth if you have discoloration issues. If you have something like a gap in your teeth, a tooth that seems too short, or any other tooth damage, bonding could be used.

It’s a great way for a simple fix to your smile. This type of procedure will depend on just how much bonding is needed. However, on average it costs anywhere from $150-$400.

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Porcelain Crowns

If you have teeth in your smile that are damaged or simply don’t look great, a porcelain crown might be a great way to improve your smile. This type of smile makeover is ultimately going to depend on where the teeth that need repaired are.

A porcelain crown is the color of your teeth, so it blends in with all of your other teeth. It’s basically just a cap that goes over a damaged tooth. The cap protects that tooth and makes the surface look great like there is nothing wrong at all with your smile.

Porcelain crowns can be pretty expensive. They can easily cost up to $1200 and if you have more than one tooth, the cost adds up pretty quickly.

Invisalign or Braces

Another way to give your makeover a smile would be to go through a teeth straightening and oral adjustment process. Most of us know of these processes as braces and that is the most common solution. However, Invisalign-type treatments are also an option. These are basically clear trays that are molded to your teeth and go through a series of options to ultimately straighten your smile.

Both of these approaches are suited to straightening teeth and adjusting teeth that are perhaps misplaced or misaligned teeth within your mouth. They can also be used to adjust an overbite, fix an underbite, or some other alignment concern with your jaw too.

This type of smile makeover is not cheap. You are paying for a specific treatment that is 100% catered to your needs. The average cost when working with an orthodontist is about $5,000. However, the cost could be above or below that number, depending on your location and the treatment.

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Dental Implants

Dental implants are one of the most costly solutions when it comes to a smile makeover. However, sometimes this is the best solution. It really depends on the individual and what your needs may be.

Dental implant costs are determined by how many teeth are implanted. This is a surgical procedure, and you will pay per tooth. The average cost per tooth is right around $1,800 but it could certainly be more. With that in mind, the cost of full mouth restoration could run on average around $13,000 or more.

Different practices handle dental implants in different ways. Be sure to check with your dental provider and find out just what the options are to get a better indication of the cost to plan for.

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Final Thoughts

A smile makeover has a wide range of prices. It ultimately depends on what you are trying to accomplish and just how much work needs to be done. If you just want some whitening, you can accomplish this for a lot less. However, if you have cosmetic challenges or issues to deal with, like complete makeovers, or surgical procedures, you are likely to pay quite a bit more. 

The overall cost can vary greatly. Some solutions can be treated with kits that you can use at home, but a professional must complete many of the dental procedures.

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