A chipped tooth, a small gap between the front teeth, a tooth that's shorter or darker than its neighbours: these details show, and they can start to bother you. Cosmetic dentistry covers the treatments that correct them — veneers, composite bonding, reshaping.
Our approach is simple: as little intervention as possible for a result that looks natural. It all starts with a consultation, where we listen, examine and show you what's possible before you decide.
What can be corrected
- A chipped or worn edge
- A small gap between two teeth
- A discoloured tooth that doesn't respond to whitening
- Slightly uneven, short or irregularly shaped teeth
- An old, visible filling on a front tooth
What to expect
- Step 1
Consultation
We talk about what's bothering you, examine your teeth, gums and bite, and take photos. Sometimes the solution is simpler than you imagined.
- Step 2
Options
The dentist walks you through the choices — bonding, a veneer, reshaping, or sometimes whitening or aligners first — with the pros and limits of each. You decide, no pressure.
- Step 3
The treatment
Bonding and reshaping are often done in a single visit, with little or no anaesthesia. Veneers usually take two visits: preparation and impression, then placement.
- Step 4
Adjustments and follow-up
We check the shape, the colour and how it feels when you chew. At cleaning visits, we keep an eye on wear and polish as needed.
What it changes
- A visible but subtle change: people notice the smile, not the work
- Your natural tooth preserved as much as possible
- Solutions often handled in one or two visits
- A colour and shape chosen with you, matched to your other teeth
Frequently asked questions
Bonding is composite resin sculpted directly onto the tooth: quick, easy to repair, but a little less stain-resistant over time. A veneer is a thin custom-made shell bonded to the tooth: more durable and more colour-stable, but it requires a slight preparation of the tooth. The dentist helps you choose based on the tooth, your bite and your expectations.
Bonding and reshaping remove very little or no enamel. A veneer requires removing a thin layer, which is permanent — that's why we suggest it only when a more conservative option isn't enough.
Bonding generally lasts several years; veneers, often longer with good care. It all depends on your habits: grinding your teeth, biting your nails or chewing hard objects shortens the life of any restoration.
That's the goal. We choose the shade and shape to match your other teeth and your face, and show you the result before finalizing. If you'd like a more noticeable change, that's possible too — we'll talk it through.