Smile Design is a planning approach that lets you discuss possible changes before any treatment. It starts from a clinical analysis and from what you'd like, so the smile is studied before a cosmetic treatment is chosen.
What do we analyse?
The shape, proportions and shade of your teeth are looked at together with your gums and your smile as a whole. Visual aids may be used to explain the options, depending on the case.
From simulation to treatment
A simulated proposal is a step for discussion, not a guaranteed result. Feasibility and oral health are checked before any treatment is recommended.
"Hollywood smile" vs Smile Design
A "Hollywood smile" usually means a very white, uniform smile made with many veneers or crowns. Smile Design starts from your face and your oral health and aims for a natural result, keeping as much natural tooth as possible. Options (whitening, composite bonding, veneers, orthodontics) are chosen case by case.
How it works
- Consultation: your expectations, plus an examination of teeth and gums.
- Photos, impressions or a digital scan, and smile analysis.
- Presentation of the plan and options, with a quote.
- The agreed treatments, followed by aftercare.
Frequently asked questions
Is Smile Design a treatment? No. It's a study and planning stage. Any treatment that follows (whitening, veneers, orthodontics) is decided afterwards, with you.
Can I see the result before starting? Depending on the case, visual aids or a mock-up can help you picture the outcome. They are for discussion and don't guarantee the result.
How many sessions does it take? It depends on the treatments chosen and is set out in the treatment plan.