Porcelain Veneers in Scottsdale, Tempe & Gilbert

Stained, chipped, worn, or slightly crooked teeth can hold you back from smiling with confidence — even if your teeth are otherwise healthy. Years of coffee, wine, and normal wear can dull a smile that once looked great. Teeth whitening only addresses color. Orthodontics only addresses alignment. Porcelain veneers address everything at once.

A veneer is an ultra-thin shell of dental porcelain — typically 0.3 to 0.7 millimeters thick — that is permanently bonded to the front surface of a tooth. Custom-designed and hand-crafted in a dental ceramics lab, each veneer corrects color, shape, size, length, and minor alignment issues simultaneously. The result is a smile that looks naturally beautiful, not obviously "done."

At Summit Ridge Dental, veneers are designed and placed by Dr. Sarah Chen, DDS, FAGD and Dr. Maria Vasquez, DDS — both cosmetic specialists with extensive training in aesthetic dentistry. Dr. Chen brings fellowship-level prosthodontic training from NYU Langone, while Dr. Vasquez is known for her attention to detail and natural artistic sensibility. Together, they design veneer cases that balance clinical precision with artistic vision.

How Much Do Porcelain Veneers Cost in Scottsdale?

Porcelain veneers at Summit Ridge Dental typically cost between $1,200 and $2,500 per tooth. A full smile set of 6 to 10 veneers ranges from approximately $7,200 to $25,000, depending on the number of teeth treated and the complexity of the case.

Several factors influence the cost: how many teeth are being treated, the type of porcelain used, the amount of preparation required, and whether any supporting treatments (such as gum recontouring or whitening of untreated teeth) are included. Dr. Chen and Dr. Vasquez discuss all of these factors transparently during your cosmetic consultation, so you know the full investment before committing.

Veneers are considered a cosmetic procedure and are typically not covered by dental insurance. However, we offer several ways to make them affordable: CareCredit financing with promotional interest-free periods, Lending Club extended payment plans, and our Summit Savings Plan for uninsured patients, which provides 15% off all treatments.

For patients comparing options, dental bonding offers a lower-cost alternative for minor imperfections. Our Veneers vs. Bonding comparison guide breaks down the differences in cost, durability, and aesthetics.

Who Is a Good Candidate for Porcelain Veneers?

Veneers are an excellent option for patients who want to address:

Discolored teeth that do not respond to whitening — including tetracycline staining, fluorosis, or darkened teeth from root canal treatment.

Chipped, cracked, or worn teeth that affect the appearance of your smile.

Small gaps between front teeth that you want closed without orthodontics.

Minor crowding or rotation that you want corrected cosmetically rather than with braces.

Uneven, short, or misshapen teeth that make your smile look asymmetrical.

Veneers require healthy underlying teeth and gums. Active decay or gum disease must be treated first. Patients who grind or clench their teeth heavily may need a night guard to protect the veneers. Heavily damaged teeth may be better served by dental crowns, which provide full-coverage support.

Veneers vs. Other Options

Not sure whether veneers, bonding, Invisalign, or whitening is the right approach? A consultation with our cosmetic team will help you compare options side by side. We are transparent about when a simpler or less expensive treatment would serve you just as well.