{"id":1746,"date":"2023-04-04T10:21:00","date_gmt":"2023-04-04T15:21:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mirandalacydds.com\/blog\/?p=1746"},"modified":"2023-03-31T10:22:37","modified_gmt":"2023-03-31T15:22:37","slug":"why-cost-porcelain-veneers-vary","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mirandalacydds.com\/blog\/why-cost-porcelain-veneers-vary\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Does the Cost of Porcelain Veneers Vary So Much?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I don\u2019t understand why the cost of porcelain veneers varies so much. I did my homework and had consultations with dentists for 8 porcelain veneers. One dentist quoted $1200 for each porcelain veneer, and another quoted $3000. Why the vast difference? I also saw a more affordable dental special for $800. How do I know which one to go with? Thanks, Becky<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Becky,<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Thank you for contacting Dr. Lacy\u2019s office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Does the Cost of Porcelain Veneers Vary?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The cost of porcelain veneers varies for several reasons, including the following:<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/mirandalacydds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/affordable-porcelain-veneers-plano-tx.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mirandalacydds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/affordable-porcelain-veneers-plano-tx.jpg\" alt=\"Photo of a single porcelain veneers, from affordable Plano TX dentist Dr. Miranda Lacy.\" class=\"wp-image-939\" width=\"322\" height=\"278\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mirandalacydds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/affordable-porcelain-veneers-plano-tx.jpg 322w, https:\/\/mirandalacydds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/affordable-porcelain-veneers-plano-tx-300x259.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 322px) 100vw, 322px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Choose quality porcelain veneers <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Where you live in the country \u2013 As the cost of living varies in different states and cities, so does the cost of goods and services, including dental fees.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Type of porcelain veneers \u2013 The porcelain veneer type and quality a dentist uses can affect the cost. High-quality veneers last 20 years or more if you and a skilled cosmetic dentist maintain them well. No-prep veneers may cost less than veneers with a custom fit and color that a master ceramist crafts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The dentist\u2019s skill and experience \u2013 A cosmetic dentist with advanced training and skills will have higher fees than a dentist with little experience. The costs will be higher if the dentist uses a laboratory specializing in beautiful, <a href=\"https:\/\/mirandalacydds.com\/porcelain-veneers-plano.html\">customized porcelain veneers<\/a> instead of a discount laboratory. But the results will be superior to discount veneers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A comparable illustration is a new car. The cost depends on your budget and the features you want. You can get an economy car, a mid-range car, or a luxury car. Your location, budget, wants, needs, and the manufacturer determine the cost of the vehicle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Can You Choose a Dentist for Porcelain Veneers?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A reasonably fair way to compare the cost of veneers is to compare dentists with similar skills and experience, who practice in the same state, and who provide the same types of veneers. Ask to see patients&#8217; before-and-after cases of veneers. Even then, you must carefully research the results you can expect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many <a href=\"https:\/\/mirandalacydds.com\/affordable-dentist.html\">dentists offer affordable financing<\/a> or payment plans to help you pay for quality care.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>I don\u2019t understand why the cost of porcelain veneers varies so much. I did my homework and had consultations with dentists for 8 porcelain veneers. One dentist quoted $1200 for each porcelain veneer, and another quoted $3000. Why the vast difference? I also saw a more affordable dental special for $800. 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