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Cosmetic dentistry pricing · Houston

What does a new smile cost? Starting prices, upfront.

Veneers, bonding, whitening, esthetic crowns, gum contouring and clear aligners — see our published starting prices, then build your own estimate with monthly payments in under a minute.
Veneers from $1,300 / toothWhitening from $3500% financing optionsFree online estimator & PDF
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Porcelain veneers being shade-matched to a patient's smile

Starting prices

Cosmetic dentistry fees, published in plain sight.

These are our starting fees for straightforward cases. Your written fee follows an exam, digital photos and a 3D scan — and you'll see it before any treatment begins. Cosmetic treatment is usually not covered by dental insurance, so most patients use 0% financing through Cherry, CareCredit, Sunbit or Alphaeon.
  • Porcelain veneers (E.max)

    Typical range $1,300–$2,100 per tooth, depending on shade work and case complexity

    from $1,300 / tooth

  • Composite bonding

    Chips, small gaps and reshaping; typically $400–$800 per tooth

    from $400 / tooth

  • Esthetic crown (zirconia or E.max)

    Metal-free, shade-matched; typically $1,300–$1,900 per tooth

    from $1,300 / tooth

  • Laser gum contouring

    Evens out a gummy or uneven gum line; typically $350–$650 per tooth

    from $350 / tooth

  • In-office whitening

    One visit, with sensitivity care; typically $600–$900

    from $600 / visit

  • Take-home whitening trays

    Custom-fitted trays and professional gel; typically $350–$500

    from $350 / set

  • Whitening package

    In-office whitening plus custom trays for touch-ups; typically $850–$1,200

    from $850 / package

  • Clear aligners

    Promotional starting price for qualifying cases; comprehensive cases up to about $7,500

    from $2,499 / case

Starting prices for routine cases, not quotes. Exams, X-rays and any needed treatment (fillings, cleanings, gum care) are separate. Your written fee follows a consultation. Starting estimates as of October 2026, not offers or contracts. These are minimum fees and may increase after your exam, and related services may cost extra. Your exact fee is set in a written treatment plan, and treatment is at the dentist's professional discretion. Pricing terms

What the starting prices include

  • Smile consultation, digital photos and a 3D intraoral scan
  • A preview of the planned result before treatment begins
  • Lab-made porcelain or zirconia work, shade-matched under several lights
  • Temporaries for veneers and crowns while the lab finishes your case
  • Follow-up bite and comfort adjustments

What moves the price up or down

  • How many teeth are treated and whether they're front or back teeth
  • Material and lab work (E.max, layered porcelain or zirconia)
  • Whether teeth need preparation, build-ups or gum work first
  • Whitening done before veneers so new work matches the brighter shade
  • Any health treatment needed first (cavities, gum disease, root canals)

Medically necessary crowns may be partly covered by dental insurance; we verify your benefits before treatment. Purely cosmetic work (veneers, bonding for appearance, whitening) usually isn't covered.

Free cost estimator

Build your cosmetic estimate

Choose your treatments and the number of teeth. You'll see a starting range and an estimated monthly payment, which you can save, share, download as a PDF or bring to your consultation.

Your starting estimate$7,800 – $12,600$215/mo
Per-tooth treatments
  • Porcelain veneersChips, stains, gaps or worn front teethfrom $1,300 per tooth
    6
  • Composite bondingSmall chips, gaps and reshaping in one visitfrom $400 per tooth
    0
  • Esthetic crownsMetal-free zirconia or E.max for weak or broken teethfrom $1,300 per tooth
    0
  • Laser gum contouringEvens out a gummy or uneven gum linefrom $350 per tooth
    0
Teeth whitening
Clear aligners
Monthly payments

Financing term

Down payment: $0

Assumes approved 0% financing on the starting price. Approval, rates and terms depend on the lender (Cherry, CareCredit, Sunbit or Alphaeon).

Your starting estimate

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$215/mo

about $215/month over 36 months

Estimated total range

$7,800 – $12,600

  • Porcelain veneers × 6from $7,800

Planning estimate based on our starting prices — not a quote or a diagnosis. Your written fee follows an exam.

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Costs & payment

Know the price before you sit down.

Published starting prices, free online estimators, most PPO plans, Medicaid & CHIP for children, and 0% financing options — with a written estimate before treatment.

*Starting prices for qualifying cases — not final quotes. Monthly figure assumes approved 0% financing over 36 months with $0 down. Your written fee follows an exam.

Insurance welcome

We're in-network with most major PPO plans and accept Texas Medicaid and CHIP for children, plus some adult Medicaid plans. We verify your benefits before treatment so there are no surprises.

No insurance? No problem.

Spread the cost with Cherry, CareCredit, Sunbit or Alphaeon — many patients qualify in minutes, with 0% options available.

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Cost questions

Cosmetic dentistry cost FAQ

Straight answers about prices, insurance and payment plans.
How much do porcelain veneers cost in Houston?
At Texas Dental Center porcelain (E.max) veneers start at $1,300 per tooth, and most cases fall between $1,300 and $2,100 per tooth depending on shade work and complexity. Many smile makeovers use 6 to 10 veneers on the upper teeth. You'll receive a written fee after a consultation with photos and a 3D scan.
Is composite bonding cheaper than veneers?
Yes. Bonding starts at $400 per tooth and is usually done in one visit with no lab work. It's a good fit for small chips and gaps; veneers last longer and resist staining better, so they're often the better value for larger changes.
How much does professional teeth whitening cost?
In-office whitening starts at $600 and custom take-home trays start at $350. Our whitening package (in-office plus trays for touch-ups) starts at $850. If you're planning veneers or crowns, we usually whiten first so the new work matches your brighter shade.
Does dental insurance cover cosmetic dentistry?
Purely cosmetic treatment such as veneers for appearance and whitening is usually not covered. Crowns that restore a broken or weak tooth are often partly covered. We check your benefits before treatment and file the claim for you.
Can I pay monthly for veneers or a smile makeover?
Yes. We work with Cherry, CareCredit, Sunbit and Alphaeon, which offer 0% promotional plans for approved patients. The estimator above shows an approximate monthly amount over 12, 24 or 36 months.
Why do cosmetic dentistry prices vary so much in Houston?
Quotes differ in what they include. Our starting prices include digital smile design, a preview before treatment, lab-made porcelain and careful shade matching, and we publish them so you can compare like for like. When comparing, ask whether temporaries, the consultation and follow-up adjustments are included.

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