FAQ

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Minimal drilling of natural tooth enamel means your teeth stay healthier for longer. The restorations are easier to repair and redo. There is no increased risk of infections or tooth loss. Generally half the price of porcelain restorations.

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Chipping and staining are more likely with composite restorations than porcelain. However, repair and redo are much simpler.

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A Mini Smile Makeover with composite will look its best in the first 5 years. They can last much longer if cared for properly, repairs and repolishing are straight forward . Renamel microfill composite is known for less staining and higher polish than any other composite material.

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Mini Smile Makeovers are often completely pain free. Some treatments are even possible without anaesthetic injections Appointments can be long though, as the dentist sculpts your new smile himself.

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Price varies from dentist to dentist according to experience and location. In general, you should budget for £250 -£500 per tooth for composite bonding. The skill of the dentist and your aftercare are pivotal in determining the longevity of the result. Composite Veneers cost around half as much as porcelain veneers.

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Generally, yes. You won’t be able to do it later without repeating the work. Whitening if required, is done first, so that the new smile is matched to the new shade. We recommend Enlighten, the only system in the world to guarantee long lasting results with low sensitivity.

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Sometimes, if your teeth are not straight, pre-alignment with clear aligners like Invisalign can put the teeth in an optimal position, before finishing with composite bonding, to minimise the amount of bonding you need.

Nothing beats natural teeth, so orthodontics may be the right choice as part of your Mini Smile Makeover.

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Definitely Not. The quality composite materials vary widely and affects both the outcome and the longevity of the treatment. That said, the quality of the treatment is most affected by the skill and care of the dentist.

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Check on our dentist finder to find your closest clinic. All the dentists on the list have had extra training on mini smile makeover.

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Ask your dentist. Most do offer some form of finance, many are interest free. Credit checks are simple and approved or declined within hours. Prices start from as little as £45 per month.