Bespoke smile makeovers in London's E20

It depends on what's involved. Whitening and bonding can be completed in two or three appointments over a couple of weeks. A full plan involving veneers or crowns typically takes three to nine months. We'll give you a clear timeline at your consultation.

Not if it's done well. The aim is a natural-looking result that suits your face and your features. Dr Mitran is meticulous about shape, proportion and colour matching, which is why most patients say their friends notice they look better without being able to say why.

Yes. Where appropriate, we use digital previews and trial smiles so you can see the planned outcome before any permanent treatment begins. It's the best way to make sure you're happy with the direction before we go ahead.

Composite bonding typically lasts five to seven years before it may need refreshing. Porcelain veneers can last 10 to 15 years or longer with good care. We'll give you a full aftercare plan to protect your investment.

That's a personal question, and we'd never pretend otherwise. What we will say is that patients who've had a makeover almost always tell us they wish they'd done it sooner. The shift in confidence tends to surprise people more than the result itself.

Your consultation is a relaxed, unhurried conversation with Dr Mitran about what's bothering you and what you'd like to change. She'll examine your teeth, gums and bite, take photos and may take a digital scan, and talk you through the options that would realistically deliver the result you're after. There's no pressure to book anything on the day. You'll leave with a clear idea of what's possible, what's involved, and what it would cost.

It depends entirely on what's bothering you and what you want to achieve. Some patients only need whitening and a touch of composite bonding to get the smile they're after. Others want a fuller transformation with veneers or crowns. Dr Mitran builds each plan around the patient, not a template, which is why no two smile makeovers at My E20 Dentist look the same.

Sequencing is one of the most important parts of a smile makeover. Whitening is usually done first so any veneers or crowns can be matched to your final brighter shade. Orthodontic work, if needed, comes before veneers or bonding so the underlying teeth are in the right position. Crowns and reshaping typically come last. Getting the order right is what gives you a result that looks balanced and natural.

Most smile makeover treatments are low-risk and well-established. The most common things to be aware of are temporary sensitivity after whitening or veneer preparation, the small amount of enamel removed during veneer or crown preparation (which is permanent), and the possibility of needing replacement work many years down the line as wear naturally happens. Dr Mitran will talk through the risks of every individual treatment in your plan before any irreversible work begins.

Some treatments are, some aren't. Whitening, composite bonding (in many cases) and reshaping leave most of your natural tooth intact. Veneers and crowns involve permanent changes to the tooth surface. That's why we always show you a smile preview where possible before any irreversible work begins, so you can feel completely confident in the direction before going ahead.

There's no real downtime. Most treatments are walk-in, walk-out, with normal activities the same day. Some sensitivity to hot and cold in the first few days is common, particularly after whitening or veneer preparation, and almost always settles within a week or two. You'll be given clear aftercare instructions tailored to your specific plan.

Day to day, no special routine is needed beyond brushing twice a day, flossing daily and regular check-ups and hygiene visits. Avoiding habits that put stress on your teeth (biting hard objects, opening packaging with your teeth, grinding) is important. If you grind your teeth at night, a custom night guard will protect your investment, and your dentist may recommend top-up whitening every year or two to keep your shade looking its brightest.

The best way to know is to come in for a consultation. If you've spent years feeling self-conscious about something specific (chips, gaps, colour, worn edges, a slightly off-centre smile) and it's still bothering you, a makeover is likely worth exploring. Dr Mitran will give you an honest assessment at the consultation and tell you whether your goals are realistic, what would actually deliver the result you want, and whether less involved options would do the job.