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Dental implants, veneers, aligners: what a new smile costs
Veneers cost, clear aligners and missing-tooth options. Different goals, different bills.
Prices checked Nov 13, 2026By the Glow Up Facts team
Dental implants replace missing teeth; veneers change the look of teeth you still have. Those are different jobs. Before you plan a new smile, name the job you want done. A dentist can help you sort the options and check what your teeth and gums need first.
Start here
How much are veneers?
Porcelain versus composite, simple smile math and the enamel commitment.
What do dental implants cost?
Per-tooth averages, the parts of the bill and a healing timeline.
Turkey teeth: the real story
Crowns vs veneers, what UK dentists see after, and safer ways to the smile you want.
Dental implants or a change to teeth you have?
The smile map separates missing-tooth questions from appearance questions. It is not a menu where every option does the same thing. “Fix it or replace it?” is shorthand for a conversation with your dentist, not a diagnosis.
These are national averages from 2024 data. Becker’s Dental Review reports the CareCredit figures for most items; the crown and clear-aligner figures come from CareCredit’s smile makeover page. Prices were checked Nov 13, 2026. Averages are not your quote.
Fix it or replace it? Your smile map
CareCredit national averages from 2024 data. Not a quote or a treatment recommendation.
Tooth is missing
- Dental implant
- $2,695 per tooth
- Bridge
- $1,041–$5,197
- Implant-supported dentures
- $3,976 per implant
Tooth is there but you want a different look
- Bonding
- $431 per tooth
- Porcelain veneer
- $1,765 per tooth
- Crown
- $1,399 per tooth
- Professional whitening
- $583–$792
- Clear aligners
- $5,108
A pretty plan still needs healthy foundations
Cleveland Clinic says veneers are only an option if you are free of extensive cavities and gum disease. Porcelain needs some enamel removed first. That makes it a commitment, not just a change you can casually undo.
For dental implants, Cleveland Clinic says a bone graft may be needed if there is not enough bone. It describes about three months of graft healing first, then about another three months for the implant. Ask your dentist how that would fit your care.
Real talk: pick the job before the price
Start by saying what you want in plain words. Is a tooth missing? Is a tooth there but you want to change its look? Do you want to discuss tooth position? You do not have to turn every wish into a treatment.
Bring the same questions to each consult. Ask what is included, what may come first and what other choices fit. A per-tooth number, a bridge range and a full-mouth figure are not equal-sized shopping baskets.
Cleveland Clinic says implants are usually not completely covered by dental insurance. Check your own plan and ask for an itemized quote. For veneers, remember the care and the 10–15 year lifespan described by Cleveland Clinic. The first bill is not the only question.
A new smile should be your choice, not a rule about how teeth must look. It is fine to get information and stop there.
More topics on the way
Coming soonQuestions, answered
Are dental implants and veneers the same thing?
No. Implants are a missing-tooth option. Veneers change the look of teeth you have. Ask a dentist which approach fits your goal and dental health.
Are these current quotes for my smile?
No. The map uses national averages from 2024 data, checked Nov 13, 2026. Your dentist should give you a written quote for your own care.
Can I get veneers with cavities or gum disease?
Cleveland Clinic says veneers are only an option if you are free of extensive cavities and gum disease. Ask your dentist what needs attention first.
Does insurance fully cover dental implants?
Cleveland Clinic says implants are usually not completely covered because they are considered elective. Check your own dental plan before budgeting.
This is general info, not medical advice. A licensed provider decides what's right for you. Read our Medical disclaimer.