Cosmetic dentistry covers the treatments that change how your teeth look: their colour, their shape and the way they line up when you smile. Most of what we do here is quick, and several treatments can be finished in a single visit.

What the treatment involves

We begin by listening to what you want to change, then check that the teeth underneath are healthy — there is no point placing a veneer over decay. Whitening lifts staining from coffee, tea and smoking. Veneers are thin shells bonded to the front of a tooth to correct its shape or colour. Crowns rebuild a tooth that is badly worn or broken. Reshaping smooths away small chips and uneven edges.

What is included

• A smile assessment and a discussion of realistic results
• Professional teeth whitening
• Porcelain and composite veneers
• Dental crowns and tooth-coloured fillings
• Teeth reshaping and edge polishing

Step by step

1. Consultation: we look at your teeth and talk through the options.
2. A health check to make sure the teeth and gums are ready.
3. We agree the shade and shape you want.
4. The treatment is carried out, often in one or two visits.
5. A short review appointment to check you are happy with the result.

Aftercare

Whitened teeth stain again if you go straight back to coffee, tea, red wine and smoking, so we ask you to avoid them for the first 48 hours. Veneers and crowns are cleaned exactly like natural teeth: brush twice a day and floss. Avoid biting your nails or opening packaging with your front teeth, as porcelain can chip.