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Marylebone Smile Clinic
66 Harley Street, London W1G 7HD
02071268526

Leading Cosmetic Dentistry in London

Top cosmetic dentist in London, Marylebone Smile Clinic, is the best aesthetic dental practice for: Veneers, Dental Implants, Teeth Straightening, Composite Bonding, Gum Lifts, Contouring.

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Harley Street Cosmetic Dentist
London Smile Clinic

If you're looking for a cosmetic dentist in Harley Street, London, get in touch with us at Marylebone Smile Clinic. As a part of Harley Street's esteemed tradition, we are proud to carry on the rich legacy that Harley Street has in cosmetic dentistry.

Our Harley Street cosmetic dentists are experts in porcelain or ceramic veneers, tooth replacement with dental implants, composite bonding, gum lifts for gummy smiles, tooth contouring and a host of other aesthetic dental services.

The positive success rate of our experienced and expert cosmetic dentists in London has led to them treating professional athletes and public figures such as James Smith, and Alesha Dixon to name but a few.

We are also entrusted with improving the smiles of Academy Award Winners, Members of Parliament, and of the British Special Forces.

Expert Cosmetic Dentist in London

At the Marylebone Smile Clinic, you'll find one of London's top cosmetic dentist, ready to address your aesthetic dental concerns with precision, always keeping your goals in mind.

Dr. Sahil Patel is the best cosmetic dentist London has to offer when it comes to fixing the smiles of the most famous people in the UK. His work with numerous celebrities has earned him recognition in multiple publications for his expertise in cosmetic dentistry. We firmly believe that entrusting your dental care to a reputable London-based cosmetic dentist ensures the best outcomes for your teeth.

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If you would like advice scroll down and send us a photograph of you smiling with your upper and lower teeth set apart slightly.

One of our London cosmetic dentist will analyse your photo and respond with initial advice and information on the next steps. Alternatively email us at info@marylebonesmileclinic.co.uk or call us on 020 7126 8526

National leaders in
cosmetic dentistry

We have not just the best cosmetic dentists in London but some of the best in the UK. We are Accredited by the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, which is the highest accolade with clinical aesthetic dentistry. With many years dedicated to cosmetic dentistry, our skilled Harley Street cosmetic dentists are ready to help you address any teeth-related cosmetic concerns affecting your confidence or daily life.

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Protected by a 5-year guarantee
on all ceramic/porcelain work

We will issue a 5-year guarantee on all veneer, crown, bridge and implant work.

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Dental Veneers

Veneers are made of composite ceramic or porcelain. These are thin coatings applied to teeth, commonly to enhance their appearance and overall mouth aesthetic. Beyond cosmetic benefits, they also safeguard against potential dental issues, such as damage or discoloration, by creating a protective shield over the natural teeth beneath them. These shells cover the teeth and are often used to improve the appearance and the aesthetic feel of the whole mouth.

We are proud of our high success rate with all of our ceramic or porcelain veneers. Our cosmetic dental procedures can provide you with long lasting aesthetic and functional results for years to come.

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Dental Implants

Dental implants are artificial tooth roots made of metal, usually titanium, that are surgically placed into the jawbone to support replacement teeth.

We take pride in the high success rate of our dental implants in London. Our implants offer durable, long-lasting aesthetic and functional benefits that can last for many years.

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dental implants London

Gummy Smile Makeover

Gummy treatment is focused on improving our patients’ specific dentistry issues so that when they smile a ‘normal’ amount of gum is revealed.

An appointment at our clinic will involve an initial analysis of your situation to work out the cause and then address this with a fast and painless approach to gum lifts. We often use tooth contouring and home whitening to further improve the overall results.

Gummy Smile Makeover

Mini Smile Makeover

This is a collection of three treatments that are used together to improve people’s smile: tooth whitening, tooth contouring, and stain blasting.

The combination of these three popular treatments can make a huge difference on the quality of work by addressing some of the most common cosmetic dental issues that we see.

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Composite Bonding

Composite bonding, cosmetic bonding, artistic bonding; all of these terms refer to the same dentistry treatment in principle: the placement of a white resin material onto your existing teeth that forms a chemical union with them resulting in a more desirable appearance in terms of shape and colour that last up to six-eight years on average.

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Say About Our Dental Work

  • Jamie Hearn

    I first contacted Marylebone Smile Clinic last year when I was considering some cosmetic dentistry. Around that time I had spoken to a few dentists and all of them had given me what felt like quite a generic quote based on a few photos and a video call. I knew that Marylebone was different when Sahil called me personally and talked through what I was hoping to achieve and some options but insisted on seeing me in person before he could give me a proper recommendation and treatment plan. From my first meeting with the team I felt totally at ease and confident that they would give me the smile that I wanted. When I was presented with my plan and quote there was absolutely no pressure and I was given as much time as I needed to reflect on things and make a decision. I couldn't be happier with the results and the aftercare from Sahil and the team has been fantastic and I can't recommend them highly enough.

  • Bradley O’Connor

    I recently completed my Invisalign treatment and sought the perfect finishing touch for my teeth. After discovering the Marylebone Smile Clinic on Instagram and witnessing the incredible results, I decided to reach out. Dr. Sahil performed a white spot removal makeover, fitted fixed retainers, and provided removable retainers. The white spot removal transformed my teeth beautifully, removing milk marks and contouring them flawlessly. Dr. Sahil's talent shone through, as he kept me informed throughout the process, ensuring my satisfaction. Even when I noticed a slight issue with my upper fixed retainer, the receptionist promptly scheduled a visit, and the problem was resolved seamlessly. Returning later to collect my removable retainers, I found a warm and welcoming atmosphere among the staff, especially the lovely receptionist upstairs. I highly recommend this dentist for their exceptional service and results. Five stars all the way!

  • Michael George

    I can't recommend enough Dr. Sahil at Marylebone Smile Clinic enough. From start to finish, the service was outstanding, and the results were beyond my expectations. I was a picky customer, but Dr. Sahil was understanding and accommodating every step of the way.

    In fact, my girlfriend had some dental work done at a different place during the same time, and the contrast between our experiences was stark. I discovered Dr. Sahil after hearing him on the James Smith Podcast and decided to get in touch for a consultation. When I visited the clinic, I had just finished a course of braces and wasn't entirely satisfied with the final result. Dr. Sahil was fantastic at walking me through my options and helping me choose a treatment plan. We decided on veneers for my front four teeth, along with some gum contouring and whitening.

    Here's what the treatment plan involved:

    Step 1: Dr. Sahil took moulds of my teeth and created whitening retainers, which I received later the same day. I used them for a couple of weeks to whiten my teeth.

    Step 2: Dr. Sahil prepared my teeth for veneers by making them slightly smaller and preparing the surface for better bonding. Another set of moulds were taken to create the veneers.
    Temporary veneers were fitted to my teeth (even though they're temporary, they were still an improvement), which I wore for a couple of weeks. During that time, I visited Dr. Sahil to make adjustments until I was 100% satisfied with the look and feel of my teeth. This step is so important to make sure you're completely happy before proceeding to the final step.My gums were also reshaped to achieve a better smile line. It was painless, but there was a bit of a burning smell if I remember correctly.

    Step 3: The temporary veneers were removed, and the final veneers were fitted. This was entirely painless since my mouth was numb. Another set of moulds was also taken to create a new set of retainers and whitening trays.

    The second two visits were a couple of hours, but Dr. Sahil and his team made me feel comfortable and at ease throughout the entire process. I even listened to a podcast during my visits to help the time pass.
    After the final veneers were fitted, I had one more appointment a couple of weeks later to ensure that everything was perfect.

    Overall, I can't recommend Dr. Sahil and Marylebone Smile Clinic enough. They're a fantastic team who will go above and beyond to ensure that you're happy with your smile.
    (Shout out to Rania for making everything seamless, great communication and for being super friendly too!)

  • Dr Rebecca Cray

    On the run up to my wedding, I decided to finally look into treatment options for correcting issues regarding my smile that had bothered me for quite some time. I approached Dr Sahil Patel and discussed the concerns I had about my smile with him over video call. After discussing my case and possible treatment options, Sahil suggested I book a face to face consultation so that he could assess my dentition in person and so to be able to formulate a more comprehensive treatment plan. Visiting Dr Patel’s surgery was a joy from start to finish. On entering the building, you are made to feel welcome and completely at ease. This continued as I entered the surgery itself. The surgery receptionist Rania is so warm and personable and makes you feel completely at home whilst you wait for your appointment to begin. Following a thorough assessment from Dr Patel including the taking of photographs, he clearly laid out the treatment options available and gave a detailed and easy to understand costing breakdown for me to refer to. Having decided to proceed with the placement of four ceramic veneers, I booked the three further appointments I required. My treatment appointments were just as straight forward as the initial consultation. I appreciated the reminders via WhatsApp prior to each appointment and was once again always greeted so warmly by Sahil and his team. The treatment itself was completely painless and stress free to the extent I almost forgot I was in a dental chair. Dr Patel kept me fully informed of the steps he was completing during the treatment and worked efficiently with his nurse, Simona. I was so excited to return for the fitting of my veneers and could not have been more delighted with the results we achieved. Dr Sahil Patel had listened so well to the issues I had wished to correct that the final appearance of my smile is exactly what I have desired for years. My only regret is that I didn’t have the treatment completed years earlier! I cannot recommend Marylebone Smile Clinic anymore - thank you to the whole team for everything!

  • Sarah

    I have never experienced such an amazing result in such little time. I also have to talk about how I felt inside. I almost didn’t realise how much my two crooked teeth had bothered me until they didn’t look crooked anymore. I felt like skipping down the road afterwards and my standard smile has been reinstated. (Mini Smile Makeover)

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  • Thomas Newman

    Everyone was warmly welcoming and went out of their way to answer all of my questions and make sure I was comfortable. Dr Sahil Patel who carried out a very relaxed and honest consultation with me to make sure I had considered all of my options properly. Dr Patel happily made a start on my full assessment straight away to save me an extra train trip and booked me in to have my teeth prepared and temporaries put in the week after. Thank you for making me smile. It was worth every penny

  • Neel Cevdet

    I recently visited the clinic for tooth contouring, and I was so pleased with Dr Sahil Patel’s dentistry. He was clear, with a calming way about him. One of the nicest people you will ever meet.

FAQ's

A cosmetic dentist is a doctor that is focused on improving the aesthetics of the teeth and gums. It is a field that is not taught at dental schools due to undergraduate training being focused on maintaining dental health. Those who choose to undertake further education and rigorous training can learn about the complex field of cosmetics after carrying out general or routine dentistry for a period of time. It is important to note that all dental practitioners are trained in retaining health, but the expertise and knowledge in aesthetics is variable and is not quality assured by any one body or academy. There are academies such as the BACD and the BAAD, which are both tentpoles of exceptional dental clinical standards and provide Accreditation schemes that are available for dentists to apply for.

Our reputable cosmetic dentists are some of the best in the country, and have passed rigorous testing to be Accredited by the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. Our lead dentist, Dr Sahil Patel is also one of the highest rated cosmetic dentist on Top Doctors.

https://www.topdoctors.co.uk/doctor/sahil-patel

The best cosmetic dentist is judged by you, and could be considered the person you are most comfortable and confident that can deliver the dental results you are looking for.

In absolute terms, there is not a 'best cosmetic dentist' as it is a subjective assessment based on many factors, such as aesthetic results, treatment philosophy, efficiency, chairside manner, communication, visual and tactile accuracy to name a few. The British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry operate and maintain a list of a approved and qualified Cosmetic dentists on their Accredited panel. This is a small group of the best cosmetic dentists, as judged by the academy over an in depth analysis of five clinical cases, judged anonymously. There is an Accredited Fellowship which sits one level above Accreditation, involving five further complex cases, executed to the highest possible standard involving management of issues arising from gum disease, orthodontics, bite related complications, remedial treatment from dental tourism, failed teledentistry, hereditary conditions such as weak enamel or dentine and complex tooth replacement.

This is perhaps the only measure of the best cosmetic dentists in the country and we are confident in the abilities of all the dentists listed as Accredited and Accredited Fellows in the link below.

https://bacd.com/accreditation/

In the UK, it varies from £595 per tooth up to £4000 per tooth. Our clinic is a dedicated cosmetic clinic and due to us routinely managing ceramic dental work, we can offer affordable fees that can be accessed by the widest spectrum of patients. We typically charge £995 per tooth for ceramics, which including onlays, veneers, bridges and crowns.

For cosmetic dentistry, a veneer is almost always safer and more conservative than a crown and will achieve the same level of aesthetics.

The definition of a crown is that it covers up the entire tooth, which requires far more reshaping and filing than a veneer. A veneer can be additive, applied just on the front surface of a tooth, making it a minimally invasive way to improve a tooth in its shape, colour and overall appearance.

A crown can be helpful for damaged teeth that have had trauma or a root canal treatment, but for purely cosmetic reasons it is advisable to use veneers as a conservative first route to improving appearances.

We are proud to maintain the most comprehensive before and after smile gallery available on the internet. Please see our Smile gallery with over a 150 clinical cases!

https://marylebonesmileclinic.co.uk/smile-gallery/

It depends on what your initial situation is and what your aims are. Our dentists at Marylebone Smile Clinic prefer not to file down teeth and we almost always limit reshaping to less than 10% of the teeth. This improves the lifespan of the natural tooth and is safer for the teeth and associated nerve supply.

There are methods for ceramics that are extremely aggressive, typically filing teeth down to short stumps/fangs. This is commonly seen and advertised online and in social media in dental tourism, advertised as ‘Turkey Teeth’. This is not a representation of cosmetic dentistry in London’s Harley Street Medical District as our approach is to provide excellent outcomes at the minimum of loss of natural tooth structure.

Composite bonding is one of the most popular treatments in cosmetic dentistry. It is useful for correcting small chips, imperfections and typically lasts 5 years in the UK. The material is flexible and slightly porous meaning that rigorous daily cleaning is required as well as professional repolishing every 12 months.

Composite veneers involve covering the entire front surface of the teeth, and can have dramatic improvements on the shape and colour of a smile. The same lifespan considerations exist as above, but overall, both approaches can work well depending on your initial dental condition and aims for improvement.

There are three options for missing teeth:

Dental Implants: This is our closest replacement for a tooth, involving a metallic fixture attached to the bone with a tooth screwed to it. They last up to 25 years.

Dental Bridges: This uses the support of a neighboring tooth to replace a tooth. They are faster and more affordable than an implant, but last for 10-15 years and rely on the strength of an adjacent natural tooth/teeth.

Dental Dentures: This is a removable tooth replacement that is the fastest and often least costly option. Dentures can replace many teeth in one treatment but can cause accelerated tooth loss by worsening of gum health, and are difficult to tolerate as they rely on significant adaptation to removable teeth.

Whilst it is physically possible to have teeth pulled out for dental implants, it is advisable to keep and save natural teeth where possible. Dental implants are excellent replacements for teeth, but they will never be as good as a natural tooth! Dental implants are occasionally promoted as lasting forever and being permanent, however, it is important to note that they do have a finite lifespan and at the end of their life cycle, dental implants can be complex and costly to replace. It can involve advanced and comprehensive treatment that can require bone and gum grafting as well as several months of healing time.

If your teeth are severely affected by gum disease, tooth decay, accidents or trauma you may benefit from having your teeth removed in favour of dental implants. If you have a choice between a healthy or serviceable tooth and an implant, we would urge you to consider working with the natural tooth with a veneer or crown in order to maintain its aesthetics and function for the long-term.

Mini Smile Makeover is a combination of home whitening, tooth contouring, professional cleaning and stain blasting. Ideally it is suited for those who would like a subtle improvement of their smile and do not have major dental concerns or health related problems.

Chipped teeth, slightly crooked or crowded teeth, trauma, sports injuries, dark teeth, pointy and long teeth are all common reasons for considering a Mini Smile Makeover. The treatment elements are combined within one visit over 60 minutes and gives a brilliant improvement of a smile without going through alignment, veneers or other comprehensive treatments.

We provide two options for Gummy Smile Correction:

Gummy Smile Makeover: This includes a laser gum lift, home whitening, tooth contouring professional cleaning and stain blasting. These four elements are combined together over one appointment of approximately 90 minutes to reduce the gummy smile by a maximum of 2mm, as well improving the shape and colour of the smile.

Gummy Smile Makeover with Bone Contouring: For those with moderate-severe gummy smiles of who have had gum lifts before, bone contouring is a variation of a Gummy Smile Makeover that allows us to position the gum more accurately and predictably in the desired position. We are not limited by the 2mm maximum and this is suitable for those who would like a more significant gum lift. The appointment lasts up to 2 hours and includes the tooth contouring, stain blasting and home whitening elements to boost the overall smile.

Yes! Our White Spot Smile Makeover is designed for those who have white spots from fluorosis, developmental defects, braces or decalcification. We use a resin infiltration technique (Icon) that equalizes the white spot. We combine white spot removal with professional cleaning, stain blasting, tooth contouring and home whitening to give a great overall boost to the smile.

No, tooth whitening with peroxide-based solutions does not damage enamel. Our whitening system occurs over 2 weeks whilst you sleep and the peroxide reacts with the stain within the tooth, leaving the tooth undamaged.

The only microscopic change in teeth during whitening is they become more porous, which is partly why tooth sensitivity is a common side effect. After the 2 weeks, the porosity equalises and the teeth return to their normal state and sensitivity.

Cosmetic Dentistry in England is incredibly safe and you should not be worried at all when attending an appointment. Especially not with Marylebone Smile Clinic, located in the heart of London’s private healthcare district, Harley Street. We will always advise you to do your own research, seek opinions from family and friends to ensure you are making the right choice for you at the time.

Dental tourism, however, is another story. Visiting countries like Turkey, to receive cosmetic dental treatments is not necessarily safe and is not recommended as in other countries these health services are held to a lower standard than those in England. Above this, it is advisable to undergo medical and dental care in the country you intend to live in for the long-term. This is so you can maintain a point of contact with a clinic in order to maintain any dental work you have or if an issue/accident arises.

We are registered as a dental phobia friendly practice. Our clinic and team are well prepared to manage those who have been affected by dental trauma, complications or have complex dental concerns. We also have an occasional therapy dog which always puts people at ease!

https://www.dentalphobia.co.uk

No, we use local anaesthesia for veneer treatments, which makes the teeth and gums feel numb for 3-4 hours. This allows the treatment to be pain- free and comfortable. There is an option of conscious sedation, which is a great route if you are a nervous patient. You would be awake but deeply sedated throughout the treatment and will also not have any memory of the appointment. If you would like to explore sedation for an upcoming treatment, please let us know as we can make the arrangements for you.

No, cosmetic dentistry is not covered by public healthcare on the NHS. Our services are defined as aesthetic and elective in nature and are therefore not qualified as necessary for the health and function of your teeth and mouth.

In addition, it would not be appropriate to allocate resources through the National Health Service as it currently stands.

Dental insurance comes in many various forms and typically it covers health-oriented treatments. Many of our treatments that could be considered cosmetic also have many health benefits, such as teeth alignment and protection of damaged or injured teeth. Dental insurer may cover treatments that have health benefits so please discuss this with your dentist so we can help you complete your insurance documents.

The Harley Street Medical District in Marylebone, London, has been home to the UK’s best private healthcare professionals since the 19th century. Some of the most influential names in healthcare have spent time working on Harley Street, such as Florence Nightingale in the 1850s and Lionel Logue in the 1930s.

Today, Harley Street carries forward its reputation for housing the clinics with the best private healthcare standards and specifically private aesthetic clinics like ours at Marylebone Smile Clinic. These clinics attract members of the general population all the way to celebrities and other famous figures, travelling from all over the world for cosmetic services.

No, whilst we are trusted to treat several public figures, we are proud to care to a wide range of clients from all walks of life. We believe in protecting everyone’s privacy towards their dental care – and to this end all photographs you see on our smile gallery have had the express permission from the patient to share online.

We feel everyone should be confident with their smile from a cosmetic perspective and also be comfortable eating/chewing, without pain or discomfort. This is a universal goal for almost all clients.

Tooth Contouring: Permanent and forever

Home Whitening: As long as you follow our maintenance regime and maintain your enamel health thickness, results would last forever

Gum Lifts: As long as you do not develop drifting or gum disease, results would last forever

Composite Bonding: 5 years

Ceramics/Porcelain Veneers: 15-20 years

Dental Implants: 8-25 years

Dental Bridges: 8-15 years

Where you can expect your dental work to last on the above spectrum of longevity depends on your home care, how you use your teeth, professional maintenance and your genetic/medical risk factors.

No, as regulated dentists we do not offer any treatments that cause damage to teeth. All treatment options have advantages and disadvantages, and these will be explained to you so you can make an informed decision as to which option suits you best.

No, ceramics and porcelain do not stain. The material is non-porous and does not absorb food/drink colours (tanins) that typically stain teeth and other dental materials. One of the many advantages of ceramics is that they are less likely to stain than natural teeth.

No, we do not offer any treatments that are painful or would hurt you. Some procedures require local anaesthesia to make the appointment more comfortable, and if this is applicable to you our team will advise at your consultation.

No, long-term veneers will not affect your speech. Depending on the precise changes that are made to your bite and teeth during treatment, slight changes in speech can occur, which always equalise after the treatment is completed. This can relate to the shape and texture of the temporary teeth and/or the change in bite position affecting how the tongue sits against the roof of the mouth – which can affect how we say ‘S’ and ‘T’ sounds.

No, we at Marylebone Smile Clinic promote natural aesthetics as well as a cosmetically enhanced appearance. We use hand made ceramics that are layered with various colours of porcelain, allowing us to achieve higher standards in aesthetics and avoid fake looking teeth.

Many cosmetic clinics offer a single colour in composite or ceramic bonding and this can appear fake as natural teeth have some variation in colour. We would advise discussing this with your dentist at your consultation to understand which type of appearance would suit your smile and goals.

No, your gums and teeth will return to their normal state long-term. Almost all dental procedures have a risk of teeth sensitivity, but this will improve with time.

During the treatment stages and for a few weeks after completion, it is common for the gums to continue to heal and in this time, they can be slightly sensitive. Thorough home care and time after treatment almost always resolves this.

Yes, if you have had tooth contouring, gum lifts, dental implants and/or ceramics you can enjoy a varied and normal diet. We would advise for everyone regardless of dental treatment that very hard foods should be bitten on the back teeth in order to protect the smaller front teeth. This rule of thumb will help limit tooth wear and risk to natural front teeth, as well as teeth that have had porcelain or ceramic dental work.

In the case of composite bonding, we would recommend being aware of heavily coloured foods and drinks that may accelerate staining of the material. Good home care and 12 monthly repolishing keeps composite bonding in its ideal condition.

Yes, they are permanent and cannot be removed easily. When the ceramic is bonded to the natural tooth it becomes ‘one’ with the tooth, making it extremely difficult to remove. They typically last up to 15-20 years.

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