At Ritchie Dental Group in Marble Falls, our smile redesign patients believe that life-changing cosmetic dentistry is a valuable investment. Indeed, for most people, the value of a healthy, attractive smile cannot be measured in dollars. We agree, however, that cosmetic dentistry is not cheap.
Do you have to spend thousands of dollars to enhance your smile? Actually, no. Today’s post focuses on the most affordable cosmetic dental procedures.
Dental Bonding
In many cases, dental bonding can be used to fix a tooth that has been chipped.
When Greg Ritchie repairs a tooth with dental bonding, a pliable resin material is applied to the tooth. Dr. Ritchie expertly molds the material to create the desired shape. The resin is then hardened using a special light. After hardening, Dr. Ritchie performs any needed trimming and shaping followed by a final polishing.
Dental bonding is typically less costly than porcelain veneers or dental crowns. Call us at 830-693-8833 to discuss cosmetic dental financing options.
Beware of brand-new Horseshoe Bay area practices that advertise exceptionally low prices for dental bonding, veneers, or dental implants. The know-how and artistic ability needed to achieve minuscule tolerances should not be undertaken by a beginner. Thoroughly research any new cosmetic dentist you are considering for any cosmetic dental procedures or a complete smile transformation.
Tooth Whitening
Most Marble Falls people are aware that there are several different tooth whitening protocols. Greg Ritchie recommends scheduling a tooth whitening consultation to discuss your options. Even inexpensive OTC tooth bleaching systems can be misused and bring about tooth sensitivity, damage to tooth enamel, and irregular coloration.
Regarding the cost of teeth whitening: if you choose an at-home system from a drugstore, you may have to buy several packages to attain even slight whitening. In-office whitening or a take-home system from our office may be more economical in the long run.