How Much Does a Cosmetic Dentist Really Cost?

Professional in-chair teeth whitening using high-concentration hydrogen peroxide gel activated by a UV or LED light. Results of up to 8 shades whiter in a single session. Popular systems include Philips Zoom and Enlighten. Only a dentist can legally use the clinical-strength gels in the UK.

Custom-fitted whitening trays made from impressions of your teeth, supplied with professional-strength whitening gel. You wear the trays at home for 30 minutes to overnight, depending on the gel concentration. Results are gradual over 2-4 weeks. Legally requires a dentist's prescription in the UK.

A wafer-thin porcelain shell bonded to the front of a tooth to improve its colour, shape or alignment. Requires removing a thin layer of enamel, taking impressions, and fitting a temporary veneer before the permanent one is bonded. Porcelain veneers last 10-15 years with proper care.

Tooth-coloured composite resin sculpted and bonded directly onto the tooth to repair chips, close gaps, reshape or improve colour. No enamel removal is needed in most cases, making it reversible. Results last 5-7 years before needing replacement or repair.

A titanium screw surgically placed into the jawbone to replace a missing tooth root, topped with an abutment and a porcelain crown. The process involves surgery, a 3-6 month healing period for the implant to fuse with the bone, then fitting the final crown. A permanent, natural-looking replacement.

An All-on-4 or All-on-6 implant system replacing an entire arch of teeth (upper or lower) with 4-6 implants supporting a fixed bridge of 10-14 teeth. Price is per arch. Involves surgery, temporary teeth on the same day, then a permanent bridge after healing. A life-changing solution for patients with extensive tooth loss.

A series of custom-made clear plastic aligners that gradually straighten teeth. Changed every 1-2 weeks with check-ups every 6-8 weeks. Nearly invisible when worn. Price includes the full treatment from consultation to retainers. Invisalign is the leading brand but alternatives like ClearCorrect exist.

Traditional metal or ceramic brackets bonded to the teeth with an archwire to correct alignment, bite and spacing issues. Ceramic (tooth-coloured) brackets cost more than metal. Includes fitting, regular adjustment appointments, removal and retainers. Lingual braces (fitted behind teeth) are the most expensive option.

A fixed prosthetic that bridges the gap left by one or more missing teeth, anchored to the adjacent natural teeth. The supporting teeth are prepared (filed down) to accept crowns, which hold the false tooth in place. A traditional 3-unit bridge replaces one missing tooth.

Laser or surgical reshaping of the gum line to correct a gummy smile, uneven gum levels or excess gum tissue. Laser gum contouring is the most common method, offering precision with minimal bleeding and faster healing. Results are immediately visible.

A comprehensive cosmetic treatment plan combining multiple procedures to transform your smile. Typically includes a mix of veneers, whitening, bonding, gum contouring and sometimes orthodontics. Starts with a digital smile design consultation to plan the desired outcome.

A white composite resin filling that matches the natural colour of your tooth, replacing old silver amalgam fillings or treating new decay. Cosmetic dentists use premium-grade composite with a longer warranty. Amalgam replacement for aesthetics is one of the most commonly requested cosmetic procedures.