Cosmetic Dentistry in Oakham

St Mary's Dental Oakham is our sister practice, offering the same high standards of cosmetic dentistry as our main Stamford practice. You'll receive treatment from the same experienced cosmetic dentists, we use the same premium materials and laboratories, and you benefit from the same transparent pricing and patient-centered approach. The advantage for Oakham and Rutland residents is the convenient local location - no need to travel to Stamford for your appointments. Both practices work seamlessly together, so if you start treatment at one location and need to visit the other, that's no problem at all.

Porcelain veneers are incredibly versatile and can address multiple cosmetic concerns simultaneously. They can dramatically whiten severely stained or discoloured teeth that won't respond to whitening, repair chipped or broken teeth, close gaps between teeth, make worn or short teeth appear longer, create the appearance of straighter teeth without orthodontics, reshape misshapen or uneven teeth, and even improve the appearance of slightly crooked teeth. Many patients choose veneers because they can transform their entire smile comprehensively in just a few visits rather than needing multiple different treatments.

Not when they're done by experienced cosmetic dentists! The 'fake' veneer look happens when dentists make teeth too white, too uniform, or too large. At our Oakham practice, we specialize in natural-looking results. We carefully match shade to complement your skin tone and features, create subtle variations in tooth shape and size like natural teeth have, incorporate natural translucency and texture, and design your smile proportionately for your face. Our goal is for people to notice your beautiful smile, not that you've had cosmetic work. We can show you examples of natural-looking veneers we've created for other patients during your consultation.

From your initial consultation to your final smile reveal, the veneer process typically takes 4-6 weeks. Your first appointment is a free consultation where we discuss goals and create your treatment plan. The second appointment (usually scheduled 1-2 weeks later) is preparation - we gently reshape your teeth, take impressions or scans, and fit temporary veneers. During the following 2-3 weeks, the laboratory crafts your custom veneers. Your final appointment is the fitting where we bond your permanent veneers and perfect your smile. Some patients choose to spread appointments further apart for scheduling convenience, while others prefer to complete treatment quickly for events or special occasions.

Yes, absolutely! Many patients choose to have veneers only on their top front teeth, as these are the most visible when you smile. Typically, we'd recommend veneers on the top 6-8 front teeth for a complete smile transformation. Some patients also choose to have professional whitening on their bottom teeth to match the brightness of their new veneers. During your consultation at our Oakham practice, we'll discuss what's right for your specific smile goals and budget.

Our Oakham patients consistently tell us that their veneers were one of the best investments they've ever made. While veneers are more expensive than some other cosmetic options (£650-£950 per tooth), they offer exceptional value when you consider they last 10-20+ years, can address multiple smile concerns simultaneously, dramatically improve confidence and quality of life, require minimal maintenance, and provide the most natural-looking results available. When you break down the cost over their lifespan, veneers work out to just a few pounds per month - many patients spend more on coffee! We also offer finance to make treatment more accessible.

Composite bonding and porcelain veneers are both excellent cosmetic treatments but suit different situations. Bonding uses tooth-coloured resin sculpted directly onto your teeth in one visit, costs £150-£300 per tooth, is completely reversible, and lasts 5-7 years - it's ideal for minor corrections like small chips or gaps. Veneers are custom-made porcelain shells bonded to teeth, cost £650-£950 per tooth, require 2-3 visits, last 10-20 years, and offer superior aesthetics and stain resistance - they're better for comprehensive smile transformations. We'll recommend the best option for your needs at your consultation.

Booking at our Oakham practice is easy! Simply call us on 01780 754 154 and let our reception team know you'd like an appointment at the Oakham location. We offer flexible scheduling Monday through Saturday to suit your availability. Your free consultation lasts about 45-60 minutes and involves discussing your smile goals, examining your teeth, taking photographs, and exploring options with no pressure. Many Oakham patients find it helpful to bring photos of smiles they admire to help us understand their preferences. We look forward to welcoming you!