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Dentists are split over the use of dental lasers to fight gum disease. When dentists were asked if they use lasers on soft tissue in their dental practices, respondents were split right down the middle.
Half report that lasers are part of their periodontal management, and the other 50% indicate they do not use lasers on soft tissue.
The Wealthy Dentist conducted a survey that asked dentists what they charge for braces, and how much dental braces cost on average. This survey found that general dentists charge an average of $5,040 for orthodontic work, while orthodontists charge about $5,600 dollars.
The cost of braces tends to be higher that what patients want to pay and lower than what dentists want to receive.
A Washington orthodontist wrote, “Over the past thirty years, the cost of braces has kept pace with cost of living increases. Thankfully, technology has allowed greater efficiency and consequently, reasonable profitability for the orthodontist and a good price for the consumer.”
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Yes, but less than you might think. Adult braces and Invisalign costs were about equal in this survey. Teen braces (on average) cost a few hundred dollars more.
You will find the most affordable braces in the American west. Dental braces cost the most in the Northeast, the Pacific and Canada. The reason is simply regional price differences.
For more on this survey see: Braces Cost More from an Orthodontist
The Wealthy Dentist conducted a survey that asked dentists about the cost of sedation dentistry.
The cost of sedation dentistry varies widely among dentists. Of course, if you are a dental patient spending thousands for cosmetic dentistry, then sedation fees are just a drop in the bucket.
The average fee for oral conscious sedation is about $300. Some dentists don’t charge, whereas others ask as much as $650.
A third offer IV sedation, charging about $500. But intravenous sedation fees ranged from $250-$800. Only 6% have general anesthesia capabilities. Ranging from $320 to $1200, anesthesia costs around $700.
“My IV sedation fee is based on the amount of time needed to complete dental procedures,” said a Florida pediatric dentist.
“Most of the time I don’t charge for the sedation as these are usually very large (20K plus) cases,” reported a Texas dentist.
To hear more of what dentists had to say about sedation dentistry, please click play and watch the following survey video –
Conscious sedation dentistry helps lower patients’ anxiety and marketing sedation dentistry to the anxious dental patient is a smart way to bring in new dental patients.
What do you charge for oral conscious sedation at your dental practice?
For more on this survey see: Sedation Dentistry: Cost of Peace of Mind
When reality TV started showcasing dental makeovers, the general public began looking into cosmetic dentistry to give themselves that perfect Hollywood smile.
Cosmetic dentistry has become hugely popular and celebrity cosmetic dentists have made sure it stays that way by offering more dental makeovers on TV.
“The end product for many of them looks like dentures!” complained on Texas dental marketer.
Watch the following video to hear what dentists have to say about celebrity cosmetic dentists –
What are your thoughts on celebrity cosmetic dentists?
Dental lasers are quite literally cutting-edge technology.
Some dentists find them an amazing tool for fighting gum disease. Others find them highly over-priced and not particularly useful, while others want to buy them, but can’t afford them yet.
Speaking of a dental laser, one dentist said, “It is the best thing to come along in dentistry in the past 20 years!” While another complained, “The laser I paid so much for isn’t a comfortable part of any treatment I do. It’s not paying its own bills!“
The Wealthy Dentist conducted a survey asking dentists if they use lasers on soft tissue for the treatment of gum disease. Watch the video to hear how the dentists responded —
Are you using dental lasers in your dental practice? What do you think?
Jim Du Molin is a leading Internet marketing expert for dentists in North America. He has helped hundreds of doctors make more money in their practices using his proven Internet marketing techniques.
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