The Cosmetic dentistry guide is an informational site for patients to learn about cosmetic dental procedures and to help them find a cosmetic dentist local to them. The information contained within this site should not be taken as a substitute for professional medical advice, which you should seek from your dentist.
What is Cosmetic dentistry?
Cosmetic dentistry involves dental procedures with the aim of improving the overall aesthetics of your smile. Often referred to as a " smile makeover", "Hollywood smile" or "Wedding smile". A beautiful smile can have numerous knock on effects in an individuals self-confidence, self-esteem and personal relationships. The recent increase in media focus on the smile, with TV shows such as “extreme makeover” has created a public awareness about cosmetic dentistry and its accessibility.
Smile Makeover Case
Below is a smile makeover case created by Dr Kailesh Solanki, the clinical Director of Kissdental. The patient had 17 veneers and crowns fitted in a single visit on one day using the latest CEREC technology. The animation below illustrates graphically the principle behind dental veneers. To read more about dental veneers you can visit our main veneers page by
Common cosmetic dental procedures include teeth whitening, veneers, crowns, white fillings, single visit cerec restorations, orthodontics, gum reshaping and dental bridges. Many cosmetic dental practices now offer facial rejuvination in the form of a nonsurgical facelift using a combination of Botox and dermal fillers such as restylane. If you are considering cosmetic dentistry to enhance your smile then you should seek the advice of a specialist cosmetic dentist and it is always advisable to check their credentials. You can find a list of cosmetic dentists on this site that have a vast experience in carrying out cosmetic procedures. All dentists featured on this site are fully registered members of the GDC.
New to the cosmetic dentistry Guide are our forums where you can discuss all aspects about dentistry, interact with other patients and get the expert advice from cosmetic dentists that are members of the forum. Please note that any advice given online by dentists on this website is only informational as they have not had the chance to examine you and see your teeth. You should always seek the advice of a cosmetic dentist in person at a consultation before taking any action about your oral health and smile.
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