Have you had enough of the flaws in your smile? Whether it’s stains, chips, or misalignment, you may want to leave them behind and get a confident grin. Your dentist is here to help with cosmetic dentistry, but it’s normal to be a little hesitant about the cost. The good news is that there are plenty of ways to make these treatments work within your budget. Here are four tips to know.
Consider All Treatment Options
When exploring cosmetic dental services, it helps to consider all available options. For example, if discoloration is your main concern, veneers might come to mind for a dramatic transformation. But professional teeth whitening can achieve similar brightness at a more budget-friendly price. If the flaw is just on a tooth or two, then dental bonding is a cost-effective solution as well for things like chips and minor gaps.
Use Third-Party Financing
Many dental offices aim to make their treatments more accessible. They do this with third-party financing options, like CareCredit, Cherry, or Alphaeon. These allow you to break down the total cost into manageable monthly payments, often with low interest. That way, you can move forward with your smile transformation while keeping your budget in check.
Try Your Dental Insurance or An In-House Membership
While cosmetic dentistry usually isn’t covered by dental insurance, your preventive care often is. Keeping up with routine checkups can remove hardened plaque that can hold onto stains. So, getting rid of them may improve your grin. If you need a crown or similar restoration, then you may be able to get partial coverage for them. By opting for metal-free versions, you can get natural-looking results that blend in seamlessly.
If you don’t have dental insurance, then you may be able to ask about an in-office membership plan. This allows you to get the preventive care you need for an annual fee. Better yet, they often have discounts for other types of services, potentially including cosmetic ones.
Plan Out Your Treatments
Once you receive your personalized plan after a consultation, it can be tempting to move through each step as soon as possible. However, tackling everything right away can strain your finances.
Consider spacing out the services to give yourself time to save in between each one. That way, you are still steadily working toward your goal. Be sure to stay consistent with brushing and flossing along the way, so your smile stays healthy throughout the process.
About the Author
Dr. Carla Bustillo-Gonzalez earned her dental degree from the Goldman School of Dental Medicine at Boston University. She then undertook an internship in esthetic dentistry at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Bustillo-Gonzalez is proud to offer a wide range of cosmetic dental treatments and tailor each one to you.
By taking your budget into account, she can work to make sure you can get the transformation you want without breaking the bank. If you have any questions, schedule an appointment or call her office at 978-851-7112.