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From whitening to braces, cosmetic dentistry is growing in popularity among the fluoride generation. The top procedures and what they cost WHEN Debbie Hunter was 27 years old, she finally found the courage to smile. Since she had fallen off a swing and broken her two front teeth as a child, Ms. Hunter had endured life with a chipped, discoloured grin. But, three years ago, it occurred to the Montreal freelance marketer that her life – and her teeth – could be repaired. A couple of dentist visits later, Ms. Hunter’s teeth were bonded and veneered – two of the many cosmetic dentistry procedures that Canadians are enthusiastically sinking their teeth into. Dr. Ed Philips, a cosmetic dentist in Toronto, attributes the current popularity to the coming of age of the fluoride generation. With fewer cavities to fill, they now want their pearly whites whiter – and straighter. And they’re willing to pay for it. So what are some of these procedures for perfecting imperfect smiles? Here are the most popular and what they’ll cost you. Most of these treatments are only partially – if at all – covered by health insurance plans. In other words, expect to pay for these luxurious procedures through the teeth. ... more...
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