Guide to a gorgeous winning smile.

A Cosmetic Dentistry Guide for That Gorgeous Winning Smile
Getting a cosmetic dentistry works for yourself is not that easy especially if it is the first time that you are ever going to get one. Most probably, you don't know which cosmetic dentistry application that will suit your specific needs. If you don't know where to find the most ideal and qualified cosmetic dentist, it is important that you have a cosmetic dentistry guide in order that you don't end up with a less than qualified one and mess up your smile even more.

Getting the right cosmetic dentist will not only give you a beautiful smile but a sure value to your money. You don't want to waste the money you want to spend on your renovating your smile, so might as well read the following guides to finding the right dentist for you:

• When searching for the right cosmetic dentist, look for one who listens to your needs. A good dentist listens intently and then offers viable solutions to your specific case. He offers consultations right before taking on the procedure, so it is important that you get ready to discuss about your needs to improve your teeth and your smile. Tell the dentist exactly what it is that you want. Discuss the problem you have been encountering because you don't have a perfect smile because of the problematic teeth. Giving him all your concerns is the best start to finding that great solution with the help of your dentist.

• After discussing with the dentist, it will help a lot if you could ask him to show you before and after photos which show his works done on his previous clients. A good dentist usually stores these photos to ensure he has good evidences to show how he is capable of performing the procedures to his clients. Moreover, he would not hesitate to show these pictures once a would-be client asks him.

• Don't be shy to ask him for references. These references are of course his previous clients. A qualified or accomplished dentist will not hesitate to give you one or two consenting clients who already received benefits of the same treatment you are about to get from him.

• You can ask the cosmetic dentist too of what technology he uses or what post-graduate dentistry education he went through before practicing. It is not a bad thing as well to ask him how he updates his equipment and knowledge. In doing see, you will easily see how competitive and accomplished the person you are about to deal with.

• If the dentist is good at his practice, he should know and be prepared what treatment options are available for your specific case. He should also be ready to give you a detailed explanation of said treatments, as well as their respective price breakdown.

• Although this is a minor thing to consider, however, it is important that you find a cosmetic dentist who will match with your personality. This is important because you want a dentist whom you can well relate with. If this is the case, it will be easiest for you to tell him all your troubles accompanied by having a not-so perfect smile and teeth; thus, will be easiest for the dentist too to find that perfect cosmetic dentistry treatment for you.


Here at the Harley Street Smile Clinic we concentrate solely on cosmetic dentistry. Based in central London we offer cosmetic dentistry can transform even the ugliest of teeth into a very attractive smile in just a couple of appointments. We now how important it is to chosse the right cosmetic dentist for you so we have our own guide to help you:

How to find a good cosmetic dentist

Surprisingly there are no qualifications a dentist can get in the UK for cosmetic dentistry. It has never been a specialised field in this country. This means that and any dentist can call himself a cosmetic dentist whether he is just a general dentist or truly an expert in the field. Dentists who wish to gain this level of expertise can do so through the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry - the masters of the art of cosmetic dentistry. The A.A.C.D. was founded back in the early eighties and is the most recognised specialist of the art. Dentists from all over the States and a handful from the UK attend their annual general sessions to pick up all the latest skills and techniques being used and what the best materials are. If you want to find one of the best cosmetic dentists, here are a few tips:

:) Get on the Internet if you have access. Go to several search engines and enter a search for ‘cosmetic dentist’, ‘London cosmetic dentistry’, ‘Hollywood smile’ etc. Most modern practices concerned with being at the forefront of cosmetic dentistry will have a website. The site should give you a good idea of what they have available.

:) Find out if the dentists are members of the AACD. Members of this body will have much more knowledge on the subject than non-members.

:) Find out if the practice is up to date in terms of technology and equipment. Dentistry has advanced enormously in the last 5 or 10 years so make sure the practice is keeping up.

:) A good cosmetic dentist will have a portfolio of his work. Ask the dentist to see his portfolio. This should take the form of actual photographs of his clients’ before treatment and afterwards. Any dentist who is proud of his cosmetic work will want photographic evidence of it.

:) Does the dental practice use computer imaging? This is an excellent tool from the clients’ point of view. It gives you the opportunity to see what you would look like first if you went ahead with treatment. You then have a photo of what the cosmetic work will look like. Although this could never be 100% accurate – it’s pretty close. Not only that, it gives you the opportunity to explain to the dentist exactly how you would like your teeth to look – getting you what you want. The dentist’s ability to provide you with a good imaging picture will give you a good idea of how artistic he is naturally – this should follow through with his cosmetic dentistry.

:) Ask your dentist if any of his clients would be willing to talk to you about how they felt about having their teeth done. You’ll feel much more relaxed knowing someone is happy with the cosmetic dental work carried out by the dentist you are considering to do your teeth.

Above all, make sure you are comfortable at the practice. You need to know that the dentist you are entrusting with your pearly whites is confident that the treatment he has outlined is going to be just as he says. You need to ask yourself:

:) Do you like the dentist and feel you could trust him? You may be taking a big step so make sure you have the right man for the job.

:) Do you think he’s going to be able to give you what you want? Anyone can have cosmetic dentistry done at most practices, but will the results be as anticipated?

:) Does he make you feel relaxed? If you are a nervous patient you will want to know that the dentist understands, otherwise it will end up an uncomfortable experience for you.

:) Are there any guarantees with the cosmetic dentistry? Good quality porcelain work should come with a guarantee. Ask your dentist what would happen if in 3 years time, you chipped a porcelain veneer he did for you.

:) What kind of ‘aftercare’ do you get? You should be advised on how best to look after your new smile – after all, it may have cost you a few bob, and you want to know that it will still look good years on.

Alternatively, if you want to achieve all the points mentioned above without any trouble – just check www.harleystreetsmileclinic.co.uk or email info@harleystreetsmileclinic.co.uk