Veneers in Kansas City, MO
Elevate Your Smile
& Your Confidence
- Natural-looking outcomes
- Conceals chips, gaps, stains & more
- Starting at $1,650 per tooth
- Legacy of excellence for 25+ years
Why Dr. John Goodman Is a Top Choice
in Kansas City, MO
High-End Lab Partnership
Dr. Goodman partners with a premium dental laboratory staffed with skilled technicians who excel at crafting custom veneers. This collaboration ensures every veneer is precisely shaped, sized, and shaded to complement your unique features and create a seamless, natural result that feels as good as it looks.
Expert Preview & Planning
Before fabrication begins, you'll see exactly what your transformation will look like. Using diagnostic photos and lab-created wax-up models, Dr. Goodman shows you how veneers will reshape and resize your smile. This collaborative approach means that instead of surprises, you get complete confidence in your final result.
Proven Experience & Artistry
With over two decades of practice, Dr. Goodman has perfected the art of smile design and veneer placement. His meticulous attention to detail ensures each tooth is positioned at the ideal angle, width, and length so your veneers blend seamlessly with your natural teeth and enhance your overall facial balance.
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Budgeting
for Veneers
Cost Per Tooth
At our practice, each tooth treated with a porcelain veneer costs $1,650. For a full smile transformation (typically 4 to 8 teeth) your total investment ranges accordingly. The final cost depends on how many teeth you're addressing and your specific cosmetic goals.
Why This Pricing
The cost reflects the expertise required and the quality of our partner laboratory. Dr. Goodman's two decades of experience, combined with the skill of our high-end lab technicians, ensure results that look naturally beautiful and can last a decade or longer with proper care. You're investing in artistry and longevity.
Financing Makes It Accessible
We understand cost is a concern for many patients, which is why we offer flexible financing through CareCredit®. This lets you spread payments into manageable monthly installments, making your smile transformation affordable without the upfront financial burden.
"Dr. Goodman is the best dentist in town. He is awesome, gentle, honest and a tremendous person. Dr. Goodman goes above and beyond your expectations. He's extremely knowledgeable, polite and an artist for lack of a better word. I get compliments everywhere I go on my new smile. Because of the smile he gave me, I even have people ask me if I am a Dentist! He has transformed my mouth in no time at all. With my new Veneers he was super helpful, knowledgeable and explained everything... You have given me so much more of a reason to smile."
Susan Nessari
Which Issues Can Porcelain Veneers Address?
Small chips and superficial cracks in the front teeth may not pose any serious structural issues, but they can affect the beauty of your smile.
Gaps between the teeth are common. Dental veneers can be fabricated in a slightly greater width to close spaces between the teeth.
Minor crowding, a twisted tooth, or a jutted tooth can make your teeth appear crooked. Minor misalignment can be hidden with veneers.
Deep dental stains, white spots, or stains that affect a single tooth can be masked with the placement of a single veneer or multiple veneers.
Misshapen teeth, undersized teeth, and asymmetry can be augmented with dental veneers to produce a more uniform appearance.
Other Benefits of Porcelain Veneers
In addition to their natural-looking appearance and many applications, the benefits of dental veneers with our dentist in Kansas City, MO, include:
- Short Treatment Timeline
- Natural Function
- Immediate Effects
- Durability
- Long-Term Results
- Stain Resistance
Are You a Candidate for Treatment?
In addition to cosmetic issues affecting the appearance of the smile, good candidates for this procedure should meet the following requirements:
Good Oral Health
In order to receive porcelain veneers or undergo any cosmetic dentistry treatment, you must be in good oral health. Patients who don't brush or floss regularly are more likely to have dental health problems that can undermine the results of any cosmetic treatment. Our dentist offers a wide range of dentistry procedures to ensure your smile is healthy as well as aesthetically pleasing.
Sufficient Enamel
In addition, patients seeking traditional porcelain veneers need to have a sufficient amount of healthy enamel, as Dr. Goodman typically needs to remove a thin layer before placing veneers. When the dental veneer is bonded to the tooth, this ensures that the porcelain prosthetic is not too bulky and sits flush with surrounding teeth.
No Bruxism
Bruxism is a condition in which patients grind their teeth or clench their jaw regularly, often while they sleep. Although we use strong dental porcelain to fabricate veneers, they are not unbreakable. Unfortunately, the consistent forces of grinding or clenching can cause veneers to break or come loose. For some patients, Dr. Goodman can treat the underlying cause of bruxism so that you can receive veneers that will last.
Receiving Your Porcelain Veneers
This cosmetic dentistry treatment process is typically completed in two to three appointments, though we also offer same-day veneers that can be placed in a single visit.
Veneers can quickly upgrade your smile, concealing flaws like chips, cracks, discoloration, and misalignment.
Preparing the Tooth and Attaching the Veneer
Each treated tooth will typically need to have a small amount of enamel removed in order to ensure a natural-looking result.
Quick, Conservative
Veneer Options
Minimal-Prep Restorations
Since traditional porcelain veneers require the removal of enamel, they are typically a permanent procedure. If you are concerned about permanently altering your teeth, need a quick cosmetic solution, or lack sufficient enamel to support the ceramic, we can offer minimal-prep veneers as an alternative that requires less commitment.
Same-Day Veneers
If you want a quick way to transform your smile, same-day veneers offer dramatic results instantly. During treatment, composite resin is applied directly to the teeth and shaped to improve the symmetry and color of your smile. This treatment is not appropriate for severe cosmetic imperfections, but it can conceal minor issues.
Aftercare and Maintenance
Recovery
There is no significant recovery time associated with porcelain veneers. Most patients return to their normal activities immediately after treatment. However, you may experience some dental sensitivity for a short period of time. We recommend avoiding very hot or cold foods, as well as chewy, hard, or crunchy foods for about a week or until the sensitivity wears off.
How Long Do Dental Veneers Last?
With proper care, your veneers can last up to 10 years. Same-day composite resin veneers are less durable, and last between four and eight years on average.
How Can I Prolong the Lifespan of My Veneers?
Maintaining good oral hygiene can help extend the longevity of your porcelain veneers. While the porcelain itself is not subject to decay or disease, the underlying teeth are, so it is important to brush the teeth and porcelain prosthetic at least twice a day and floss daily. Visit our Kansas City, MO, office for regular cleanings and exams.
Additionally, you can protect your veneers by avoiding habits such as nail biting, chewing ice, and opening packages with your teeth. Minimizing the consumption of stain-producing substances, including coffee, tea, wine, berries, soy sauce, and tomato sauce, can help maintain the overall color of your smile, as well.
Veneers FAQ
What are dental veneers?
Dental veneers are thin, custom-made shells that are typically crafted from porcelain. They are bonded to the front surface of the teeth to improve their appearance. They can conceal chips, cracks, stains, gaps, and minor misalignment, giving you a dramatically improved smile with a relatively simple procedure.
How much do veneers cost?
At our Kansas City practice, porcelain veneers are priced at $1,650 per tooth. A full smile transformation typically involves four to eight teeth. We offer financing through CareCredit® so you can spread the cost into manageable monthly payments.
Does insurance cover veneers?
Veneers are considered a cosmetic procedure and are not covered by dental insurance. However, flexible financing options through CareCredit® make the investment accessible for most patients.
Are veneers permanent?
Traditional porcelain veneers require the removal of a thin layer of enamel, which means the process is considered permanent. Once they have been prepped for veneers, your teeth will always need to be covered. If you'd prefer a more reversible option, Dr. Goodman also offers minimal-prep veneers that require little to no enamel removal.
Are veneers bad for your teeth?
When placed by an experienced provider, veneers are safe and do not damage healthy teeth. The enamel removal involved in traditional veneers is minimal, and the porcelain shell actually provides a protective layer over the front of the tooth. Good oral hygiene habits remain important, as the underlying tooth can still be affected by decay.
Are veneers worth it?
For patients who are bothered by the appearance of their smile, veneers can be genuinely life-changing. Dr. Goodman's patients consistently report greater confidence and satisfaction following treatment. With results that can last a decade or more, the investment tends to pay off in the long run.
