COSMETIC DENTISTRY
ENHANCE YOUR SMILE.
BUILD YOUR CONFIDENCE.
Personalised cosmetic dental treatment designed to improve tooth colour, shape, proportion and overall smile harmony.
Cosmetic dentistry can help address concerns that affect how you feel about your smile. Every recommendation begins with an assessment of your teeth, gums and bite to ensure treatment supports both appearance and long-term oral health.
- WHAT IS COSMETIC DENTISTRY?
Cosmetic dentistry focuses on improving the appearance of the teeth and smile while maintaining healthy function.
Treatment may help improve concerns involving tooth colour, shape, size, alignment, spacing, wear or damaged visible restorations. The most appropriate option depends on your oral health, the condition of the teeth and the result you would like to achieve.
Dr. Michiel Roos (SADA Member) is an experienced dentist providing orthodontic and comprehensive dental treatment across Limpopo. Cosmetic treatment is planned around the individual rather than using the same solution for every patient.
- POPULAR COSMETIC TREATMENTS
- Teeth Whitening
- Porcelain veneers
- Composite bonding
- Smile makeovers
- Tooth reshaping and contouring
- Stain and discolourotation treatment
- Gum contouring
- Diastema closure
- Metal-free restorations
- Enhancing worn or chipped teeth
- BENEFITS OF COSMETIC DENTISTRY
- Cosmetic dentistry can help you achieve a brighter, more balanced and more confident smile. We're here to help you look and feel your best. A smile you'll love to share.
- Improves the appearance of your smile
- Boosts self-esteem
- Creates natural-looking, long-lasting results
- Enhances overall oral health and function
- Tailored solutions for your unique smile
Cosmetic dentistry at a glance
- Natural Results: Enhance your smile while keeping it natural.
- Modern Techniques: Advanced technology and quality materials.
- Personalised Care: Treatment tailored to your goals and facial features.
- Long Lasting: Beautiful results you can enjoy for years.
READY TO START YOUR SMILE JOURNEY?
Book a consultation and take the first step towards a healthier mouth.
- THE COSMETIC DENTISTRY PROCESS
1
cONSULTATION
We discuss your goals, concerns and what you would like to achieve.
2
SMILE ASSESSMENT
We examine your teeth, gums and bite and may take digital photos or images.
3
TREATMENT PLAN
We recommend the best treatment options tailored to your needs and budget.
4
TREATMENT
Your treatment is performed with care, precision and attention to detail.
5
REVIEW & MAINTAIN
We review your results and guide you on how to keep your smile looking it’s best.
Frequently asked questions
What is professional teeth whitening
Professional teeth whitening uses dental bleaching products to lighten eligible natural tooth enamel.
It may help improve staining caused by:
- Tea and coffee
- Tobacco use
- Ageing
- Certain foods and drinks
- General discolouration of natural teeth
- Whitening does not change the colour of:
- Crowns
- Veneers
- Bridges
- Dentures
- Tooth-coloured fillings
- Visible restorations may need to be reviewed if they no longer match the lighter natural teeth after treatment.
- Some patients experience temporary tooth sensitivity or gum irritation. Follow the instructions provided by the practice and contact the dentist if symptoms are severe or persistent.
What are Dental Veneers?
A dental veneer is a thin restoration placed over the front surface of a selected tooth.
Veneers may help improve:
- Chipped teeth
- Worn tooth edges
- Uneven tooth shapes
- Certain types of discolouration
- Small spaces
- Minor cosmetic alignment concerns
- Porcelain and composite veneers differ in appearance, durability, repairability, preparation requirements and cost.
- Important considerations include:
- Some veneers require removal of natural enamel.
- The procedure may be irreversible.
- Veneers may chip, stain, wear or require replacement.
- Grinding and clenching may reduce their lifespan.
- Healthy gums and a stable bite are important.
- Orthodontic treatment may be more conservative when tooth position is the main concern.
What is Composite Bonding and who is it for?
Composite bonding uses tooth-coloured resin to repair or reshape selected areas of a tooth.
It may be suitable for:
- Small chips
- Minor worn edges
- Limited shape changes
- Small spaces between teeth
- Minor cosmetic defects
- Bonding can often be completed with minimal alteration to the natural tooth. However, the material may stain, chip or wear and may require future repair or replacement.
- Treatment availability should be confirmed with the selected branch.
What is a smile makeover?
A smile makeover is a personalised treatment plan rather than one specific procedure.
It may combine:
- Teeth whitening
- Braces or clear aligners
- Composite bonding
- Dental veneers
- Replacement of visible restorations
- Crowns where structurally necessary
- Restorative treatment for damaged or missing teeth
- The order of treatment is important. Orthodontic alignment may be completed before veneers, while whitening is usually considered before new colour-matched restorations are made.
- Careful sequencing can help preserve healthy tooth structure and create a more balanced result.
Do I need orthodontics or just cosmetic dentistry?
Some cosmetic concerns are caused mainly by tooth position rather than tooth shape. Braces or clear aligners may improve alignment and reduce the amount of drilling, bonding or restorative work required.
Orthodontic treatment may be combined with:
- Professional whitening
- Composite bonding
- Veneers
- Replacement of visible restorations
- Minor reshaping
- Your dentist will explain whether alignment should be considered before cosmetic treatment.
Crowns or cosmetic restoration?
A dental crown covers more of the tooth than a veneer.
Crowns are generally considered when a tooth is:
- Heavily restored
- Significantly weakened
- Fractured
- Severely worn
- Structurally compromised
- A crown should not be selected only because a healthy tooth has a cosmetic imperfection when a more conservative option is suitable.
- Your dentist will consider the remaining tooth structure, bite, gum health and long-term prognosis before recommending a crown.
What are realistic results and expectations when doing cosmetic dentistry?
Cosmetic dental results vary between patients.
The final result depends on:
- The original condition of the teeth
- The treatment selected
- The materials used
- The bite
- Gum health
- Oral hygiene
- Diet and lifestyle habits
- Grinding or clenching
- Individual biology
- A photograph of another patient cannot guarantee that you will receive the same result.
- Your consultation should include a clear discussion of:
- The likely improvement
- Treatment limitations
- Possible risks
- Maintenance requirements
- How long the result may last
- Whether future repair or replacement may be required