Cosmetic dental care can improve health as well as appearance. There's no standalone cosmetic insurance, but dental plans, discount memberships, and financing can help cover costs - compare coverage, waiting periods, and annual limits to decide.
Financing can make elective cosmetic procedures more accessible, but it raises cost and credit risk. Compare loans, medical credit cards, and surgeon-arranged plans, verify terms in writing, and choose a credentialed surgeon first.
Practical, updated options for affordable cosmetic dentistry: newer metal-free restorations, financing choices, clinics, and community resources to lower costs and improve access.
Cosmetic dentistry costs vary widely because of materials, specialists, and preparatory work. Typical ranges: whitening $300-$1,000; veneers $900-$2,500 per tooth; implants commonly $3,000-$6,000 per tooth. Insurance usually excludes purely cosmetic treatments. Consider prioritizing function, comparing materials, phased plans, HSAs/FSAs, financing, and dental schools to manage costs.