Cosmetic Dentistry
In Trivandrum
Natural-looking smile makeovers with veneers, composite bonding, gum contouring and whitening, planned at our clinic in Thirumala, Trivandrum.
What can cosmetic dentistry fix?
Cosmetic dentistry improves how your smile looks. It can correct chipped, worn, discoloured, uneven or slightly crooked teeth, close small gaps and reshape a gummy smile. Common treatments include veneers, composite bonding, teeth whitening, gum contouring and all-ceramic crowns, often combined in a planned smile makeover.
- Porcelain and composite veneers
- Composite bonding for chips and gaps
- Gum contouring for a gummy smile
- Complete smile makeovers
A smile designed around your face
Good cosmetic dentistry should not look "done". Before suggesting any treatment, we look at the shape of your face, lips and gum line, the size and proportion of your teeth, and how much of them shows when you speak and smile. Changes are then planned to suit you.
Cosmetic treatments we offer
- Veneers: thin porcelain or composite shells bonded to the front of teeth to change their colour, shape or length.
- Composite bonding: tooth-coloured resin shaped onto teeth to repair chips and close small gaps, usually in one visit with little or no drilling of healthy tooth.
- Gum contouring: reshaping an uneven or high gum line for a more balanced smile.
- Teeth whitening: lightening the natural colour of your teeth.
- All-ceramic crowns: for heavily filled or damaged front teeth.
Veneers or bonding: which suits you?
| Composite bonding | Porcelain veneers | |
|---|---|---|
| Visits | Usually one | Usually two or more |
| Tooth preparation | Little or none | A thin layer is usually removed |
| Stain resistance | Good; may need polishing over time | Excellent |
| Best for | Small chips, gaps and minor shape changes | Bigger changes in colour, shape and alignment |
Health comes first
Cosmetic work lasts longest on healthy teeth and gums, so we check for decay or gum problems before starting a smile makeover and tell you if anything needs attention first.
Planning your smile makeover in Trivandrum
At your consultation, we examine your teeth, talk through what you would like to change and explain the options, the number of visits and the cost before you decide.
- Natural-looking results
- Minimally invasive options first
- Shade chosen to suit your face
- Health check before cosmetic work
Your smile makeover, step by step
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01
Consultation
We discuss what you would like to change and check your oral health.
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02
Smile design
Photos and planning to agree the shape, length and shade.
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03
Treatment
Bonding, veneers or contouring in planned visits.
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04
Aftercare
Simple habits and reviews to keep your smile looking its best.
Dr. Sandeep Chandran
Chief Surgeon · MDS (Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics)
Treatment at Providence Dental Clinic is provided by our dental team, led by our Chief Surgeon, Dr. Sandeep Chandran, MDS (Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics). Before treatment begins, you will know your options, the number of visits and the cost.
- MDS (Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics)
- Chief Surgeon, providencedentalclinic.com
Treatment at a glance
- Treatments
- Veneers, bonding, gum contouring, whitening, ceramic crowns
- Bonding
- Often completed in a single visit
- Veneers
- Usually two or more visits
- Suitable for
- Adults with healthy teeth and gums
How long do veneers last?
Porcelain veneers can last many years with good care, while composite veneers and bonding usually need polishing or repair sooner. Avoiding biting hard objects and wearing a night guard if you grind your teeth helps them last.
Are veneers painful?
Tooth preparation for veneers is done under local anaesthesia, so it should feel comfortable. Some temporary sensitivity afterwards is possible.
Can gaps be closed without braces?
Small gaps can often be closed with composite bonding or veneers. Larger gaps or bite problems are usually better treated with fixed orthodontic treatment (braces).
What is the difference between cosmetic and aesthetic dentistry?
At our clinic, cosmetic dentistry means elective smile improvements such as veneers, whitening and gum contouring. Aesthetic dentistry means repairing damaged teeth with tooth-coloured materials that blend in, and the two often work together.
How much does a smile makeover cost in Trivandrum?
The cost depends on which treatments you need, how many teeth are involved and the materials chosen, such as composite or porcelain. After examining you, we give you a clear written estimate before treatment begins.