Even if the treatment goes over for two or more visits, the results can be quite pleasing. Benefits There are several benefits for patients in the tooth bonding process. For starters, it is quick, affordable, virtually painless, and the result can last long. Dental bonding is a good alternative to the more extensive (and expensive) treatment with porcelain veneers, bridges and crowns. Before going through the whole thing, have a talk with your dentist and ask how much you will be spending for the whole thing. Tell your dentist to estimate the cost and to give you the maximum cost. That way, you will be able to know just how much money you have to prepare and if you have them. 2. Time As mentioned before, a simple cosmetic dentistry can involve a lot of procedures that can stretch into weeks and months. Costs As is usually the case, costs of porcelain inlays and onlays are also variable and dependent on some factors the dentist s experience and expertise, the expense of the lab, cost of materials and others. Generally, inlays and onlays cost between $700 and $1,200, and averages around $900 total. Preventing cavities and tooth decay by way of correct brushing of the teeth have always been the battle cry of mothers and dentists ever since. Some will even have to go through a root canal procedure (which is awfully painful) even when the teeth are not rotting or sawing the teeth off so that it can be replaced by a fake one. It is also important that you go to a cosmetic dentist and not just to any dentist. Remember that these two are not the same and while cosmetic dentists can perform the procedures that ordinary dentists do, the latter do not have the training, experience and the aesthetics to make people s smiles perfect. Missing teeth affects appearance, can cause a change in bite, shifting of the teeth, risk for periodontal disease and a higher chance of tooth decay. Dental bridges have a price range from $1,000 to $3,000 per tooth. These dental bridges may last from 10 to 20 years. Invisalign Invisalign is a new orthodontic treatment system in straightening teeth using clear plastic molds (aligners). The same goes with putting in braces because your teeth will be moving and you need a strong body for it to cooperate with you. 3. Get ready for the pain You will be given anesthesia when you go through tooth extractions so don t worry. The kind of pain that you need to brace yourself with is when you get braces.