COSMETIC DENTISTRY

Cosmetic dentistry in Dubai

I’m Dr. Linda Joy Afif, a British general and cosmetic dentist at Alma Polyclinic in Umm Suqeim, Dubai. I start by asking what you’d like to change about your smile and looking at how much we can achieve while preserving healthy tooth structure.

Patient guide from Dr. Linda Joy Afif, BChD (Hons) · British dentist at Alma Polyclinic, Umm Suqeim, Dubai

Can I improve my smile without shaving my teeth?

Depending on your teeth and goals, whitening, alignment or composite bonding may be options. If several changes would help, we can discuss the order that makes sense for you. For example, some patients consider alignment, whitening and bonding as a staged approach.

What can I do about chipped or worn front teeth?

Composite bonding can sometimes rebuild a small chip or reshape an edge. If the teeth are wearing down, I’ll first look at what may be contributing to the tooth wear and how your teeth meet, so we can talk about how to protect them as well as how they look.

What if I mainly want to change the colour or position of my teeth?

If colour is your main concern, we can discuss tooth whitening. Existing fillings, crowns and veneers won’t whiten in the same way as natural teeth, so we’ll take them into account. If position is the main concern, we can discuss whether alignment would help.

Can I preview the changes before deciding?

If we’re looking at changes to the shape or length of your front teeth, a trial smile, or mock-up, lets you see how they could look before any tooth preparation. It takes about half an hour and is a relatively inexpensive way to explore the result before committing to treatment.

When might veneers be worth considering?

Veneers may be an option if you want to change the shape or colour of your front teeth and the alternatives won’t achieve what you’re looking for. My porcelain veneers guide explains non-prep and minimal-prep options, and what we can do if you already have veneers.

What happens at a cosmetic dentistry consultation?

I’ll ask what matters most to you and assess your teeth, gums and bite. We’ll discuss the likely result, what each option involves and how you’d look after it. If you already have a treatment plan, you’re welcome to bring it for a second opinion.