Frequently Asked Question
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Veneers
Veneers are beautiful thin shells placed or bonded on the front of your teeth to improve their look.
There are many ways to grouped veneers; Dr. Rodriguez classifies them according to their fabrication method. So we have Direct Veneers & Indirect Veneers.
Our Direct veneers are thin shells made of composites that’s MOLDED AND HARDEN DIRECTLY ON TOP OF YOUR TEETH (Chair-side made) in one visit. In contrast, our Indirect Veneers are fabricated AT the DENTAL LABORATORY, with 100% Porcelain/Ceramic materials. These last ones require you to come at least two times to the office to complete them.
Same as with your natural teeth, flossing and brushing daily, hopefully with an electric toothbrush. Wearing a night guard is a great way to protect your Veneers. ESSENTIAL! Avoid biting very hard foods like almonds or cracking
It depends:
– Resin veneers can be completed in a single appointment of 45 minutes (1 Veneer). Depending on how many Resin/Composite Veneers you will get, it might take 2 to 3 days to be completed.
– Porcelain Veneers will take 6 to 8 days to be completed, depending on how many teeth you will get.
Exchange Rates: 1 US Dollar to Colombian Peso:
1 US= 4,000 COP Aprox
PORCELAIN VENEERS
The estimated cost for one Porcelain/Ceramic Veneer is 1.290.000 Pesos (Approximately US $322 each)
Example:
10 Porcelain Veneers: $ 3,220 USD
12 Porcelain Veneers: $ 3,864 USD
20 Porcelain Veneers: $ 6,440 USD
24 Porcelain Veneers: $ 7,728 USD
RESIN/COMPOSITE INDIRECT VENEERS
The estimated cost for one Resin/Composite Veneer is 450.000 Pesos (Approximately US $112 each)
Example:
10 Resin/Composite Veneers: $ 1,120 USD
12 Resin/Composite Veneers: $ 1,344 USD
20 Resin/Composite Veneers: $ 2,240 USD
24 Resin/Composite Veneers: $ 2,688 USD
Wow, This is such a good question. It all depends on your expectations, habits, and the price you want to pay. For example, both veneer types produce beautiful results. Direct veneers are a short-term option treatment with a lower price. On the other hand, indirect veneers last longer and work better for teeth grinder, smokers, and coffee or wine drinkers.
Metal Free Crowns
A crown is a dental device used to cover or “cap” a tooth that’s badly formed, damaged or discolored.
At our dental office, we offer the following options.
PORCELAIN: it’s a strong but translucent material which means that they look very natural and blend in well with the rest of your teeth.
ZIRCONIA: which is the most durable material available at this moment, provides you with excellent durability while giving you a natural-looking smile.
Same as with your natural teeth, flossing and brushing daily, hopefully with an electric toothbrush. Wearing a night guard is a great way to protect your Crowns. ESSENTIAL! Avoid biting very hard foods like almonds or cracking shells with the veneers/Crowns.
One Metal-Free crown price starts from 1.290.000 COP (About 322 USD Aprox, depending on the dollar exchange rate)
A ballpark figure would be around:
10 Porcelain or Zirconia Crowns: $ 3,220 USD Aprox
12 Porcelain or Zirconia Crowns: $ 3,864 USD Aprox
20 Porcelain or Zirconia Crowns: $ 6,440 USD Aprox
24 Porcelain or Zirconia Crowns: $ 7,728 USD Aprox
100% Porcelain and Zirconia Crowns will take 5 to 8 days to be completed, depending on how many teeth you will get and if additional treatments such as root canals are required.
In some cases, additional treatments may be required during the dental crowns procedure, such as root canals or creating a ‘core build up’ to support/hold the new crown in place.
Professional Teeth Whitening
Teeth whitening: includes a regular cleaning, 1 whitening session in-office, and teeth whitening trays. (In case you don’t want trays, another in-office session would be included) price is 600.000 COP (Around $ 149 USD)
NO. Whitening doesn’t damage your teeth as long as you do it with a Dentist. Our new whitening products contain agents that protect your enamel and are supported by scientific dental research.
Some patients experience little to no sensitivity, but with us, you don’t have to worry about this. We use OTC pain reliever, Desensitizing gels, or special toothpaste prior/after the procedure as a protocol to make this a pleasant experience.
Our Bright smile package takes between 1.5 to 2 Hours.