Health and appearance
There is no single treatment for every smile.
Your consultation begins with what you would like to change. The dentist examines your oral health, tooth structure and bite before discussing treatments that may be appropriate.
You should understand the expected result, limitations, maintenance and alternatives before deciding. Existing decay, gum concerns or missing teeth may need attention as part of the plan.
Treatments to discuss
Options selected around your needs.
Teeth whitening
A professional assessment is important because whitening affects natural teeth differently from crowns, veneers and fillings.
Veneers
Veneers may be considered to change the visible shape or colour of selected teeth after assessment.
Zirconia crowns
Crowns cover more of a tooth and may be discussed for restorative or aesthetic reasons.
Aesthetic restorations
Tooth-coloured restorative options may help repair or reshape suitable teeth.
Smile makeover planning
A plan may combine more than one appropriate treatment to address colour, shape, alignment or missing teeth.
Missing-tooth options
Implants, bridges or dentures may form part of a wider smile and function assessment.
A popular search term
What patients call a “Hollywood smile.”
“Hollywood smile” is not one fixed dental procedure. Depending on your starting point and oral health, a smile plan may involve whitening, veneers, crowns, restorations, orthodontic care or treatment for missing teeth.
No treatment should be selected from photographs alone. An examination is needed to decide what is appropriate and to set realistic expectations.
Watch Dr Awais Afridi discuss smile dentistry in the media →A considered process
How cosmetic care is planned.
Share your goals
Explain what you would like to change and what matters most to you.
Check oral health
The dentist examines your teeth, gums, existing restorations and bite.
Compare choices
Discuss suitable options, alternatives, expected stages and limitations.
Confirm your plan
Timing, cost and aftercare are confirmed before you choose to proceed.
The clinic is in G-13/3 Islamabad. Overseas Pakistanis can plan a visit in advance; patients also travel from Rawalpindi, Wah Cantt, Taxila, Rawat and other nearby areas, as well as from elsewhere across Pakistan.
Common questions
Before a cosmetic consultation.
What is included in a smile makeover?
It is a personalised combination of appropriate treatments rather than a fixed package.
What is the difference between veneers and crowns?
They cover different amounts of a tooth and are recommended for different clinical reasons. The dentist explains which, if either, may be appropriate.
Will whitening work on crowns or veneers?
Whitening affects natural teeth differently from dental restorations. Existing restorations should be assessed before treatment.
How long does cosmetic dental treatment take?
It depends on your oral health and the treatment selected. Timing is confirmed after examination.
Are cosmetic results guaranteed?
No dental result should be guaranteed. The dentist discusses realistic expectations, limitations and maintenance before treatment.
General information only; this page does not replace a dental examination. See the NHS guide to common dental treatments and teeth whitening.