Smile Makeover in Velachery
A smile makeover combines planned treatments to improve how your smile looks, and often how your teeth work. It can help if your teeth are stained, chipped, gapped, crooked or uneven, or if your gums show too much. At our Velachery clinic, Dr. Sivaranjani designs the plan with you and takes you through it in stages.
- ★ 4.9 Google rating
- Periyar Nagar, Velachery (near Phoenix MarketCity)
- Mon–Sat 10 AM – 8:30 PM
What is a smile makeover?
A smile makeover is not one procedure. It is a plan that combines treatments to suit your face, teeth and gums. Dr. Sivaranjani looks at the colour, shape, size and position of your teeth. She also looks at your gum line and how your lips frame your teeth. She has advanced training in aesthetic dentistry and an MDS in periodontics (gum treatment). So she also checks that your gums can support the result.
Treatment options, where suitable
- Teeth whitening: lightens the natural colour of your teeth. It does not change crowns or fillings.
- Composite bonding: tooth-coloured resin shaped onto the tooth to repair chips or close small gaps, with little or no drilling.
- Veneers: thin porcelain or composite shells fixed to the front of teeth to change their colour, shape or size.
- Crowns: caps that cover the whole tooth. They suit weak, broken or heavily filled teeth.
- Clear aligners or braces: straighten teeth first, so less tooth needs shaping later.
- Gum contouring: where suitable, the gum line is reshaped for a “gummy” or uneven smile.
- Implants or a bridge: replace missing teeth.
Who is it for?
A smile makeover may help if you have:
- Stained or yellow teeth
- Chipped, worn or uneven teeth
- Gaps, crowding or crooked teeth
- Old fillings or crowns that no longer match
- Missing teeth
- A “gummy” smile, where a lot of gum shows
Many people plan a makeover before a wedding or a big event. Tell us your date early, because some treatments take months.
Step by step at our clinic
- Consultation: we listen to what you would like to change. Then we examine your teeth, gums and bite.
- Photos and records: we take photos of your face and smile, X-rays and moulds of your teeth.
- Trial smile (mock-up): where suitable, a temporary tooth-coloured material is placed over your teeth. You see the new shape before any tooth is changed, and we adjust it with you.
- Phased plan: we put the treatments in a safe order. You get an itemised written estimate.
- Treatment in phases: gum care, cleaning and fillings come first. Straightening comes next, if needed, then whitening. Bonding, veneers or crowns come last, matched to your new shade.
- Review: we check your bite and comfort, and plan your maintenance.
Is a smile makeover painful?
It depends on the treatment. Whitening and most bonding do not need an injection, though whitening can cause short-lived sensitivity. When teeth are shaped for veneers or crowns, or gums are reshaped, the work is done under local anaesthesia. Most people feel pressure rather than pain. Some soreness or sensitivity for a few days afterwards is normal.
How many sittings does a smile makeover take?
| Treatment | Typical visits | Typical timing |
|---|---|---|
| Consultation and trial smile | 1–2 | Before treatment starts |
| Whitening | 1 clinic session, or home trays | Same day, or 1–2 weeks with trays |
| Composite bonding | Usually 1 | Same day |
| Veneers or crowns | Usually 2 | About 1–2 weeks apart |
| Gum contouring | 1, plus a review | Gums settle over a few weeks |
| Aligners or braces | Regular check-ups | Several months; braces usually 12–24 months |
| Implants | Several | 3–6 months of healing before the final crown |
Recovery and aftercare
- Brush twice a day and clean between your teeth daily.
- Do not bite ice, nutshells or pen caps, especially with veneers, bonding or crowns.
- Limit tea, coffee and tobacco, which stain teeth and bonding.
- If you grind your teeth, wear a night guard if advised.
- Come for check-ups every 6 months, so small chips or stains are fixed early.
Risks and when to call us
- Sensitivity after whitening or tooth shaping, usually for a few days
- Bonding can stain or chip over time and may need repair
- Veneers and crowns can chip or come loose
- A tooth shaped for a veneer or crown will always need a covering
- Gums can shrink back over the years and show the edge of a crown
Call us if a veneer, crown or bonding chips or comes loose, or your bite feels high. Call us too if pain or swelling does not settle after a few days.
Smile makeover cost in Chennai: what affects it
The cost of a smile makeover depends on:
- Which treatments you need and how many teeth are involved
- Materials, such as composite or porcelain
- Lab work for veneers and crowns
- Any treatment needed first, such as gum care or fillings
- How many phases your plan has
We give you an itemised written estimate after your check-up, before treatment starts. You can also spread treatment over stages. Ask us about payment options.
Why patients choose Luxe Dental
- One dentist who sees you through: Dr. Sivaranjani plans your makeover and follows it from start to finish.
- Practising since 2014, with advanced training in aesthetic dentistry.
- 4.9★ from 272 Google reviews (October 2026).
- Browse our Smile Gallery to see smiles from our clinic.
- Our Velachery clinic is near Phoenix MarketCity. We are open Monday–Saturday, 10:00 AM – 8:30 PM.
Smile Makeover FAQs
What is the difference between veneers and bonding?
Veneers are thin shells, usually porcelain, fixed to the front of the tooth. Bonding uses tooth-coloured resin shaped directly on the tooth to repair chips or close small gaps. Veneers last longer and resist stains better. Bonding is usually quicker, needs little or no drilling and costs less.
Wondering whether veneers are permanent? Read veneers: permanent solution or temporary fix?
Is cosmetic dental treatment painful?
Most cosmetic treatments cause little discomfort. When teeth or gums need shaping, we use local anaesthesia so you stay comfortable. Mild soreness afterwards usually settles in a few days.
How long do the results last?
It depends on the treatment and your habits. Porcelain veneers can last 10 years or more with good care. Crowns often last 10–15 years. Whitening usually lasts 6 months to 2 years, and bonding may need touch-ups over time.
How soon will I see results?
Whitening and bonding show results straight away. Veneers and crowns usually take two visits. Straightening teeth or replacing them with implants takes several months.
Will my teeth need to be trimmed for veneers?
Usually a thin layer of enamel is removed so the veneer sits naturally. This cannot be undone. Some cases need little or no trimming. We explain this before you decide.
Can I have my smile makeover in stages?
Yes. Many people start with cleaning and whitening, then add other treatments later. A phased plan also helps spread the cost.
Related treatments
- Teeth whitening: in-clinic and take-home options
- Dental crowns: strengthen and reshape damaged teeth
- Clear aligners: straighten teeth without brackets
- Gum treatment: healthy gums for a lasting result
Book a visit in Velachery
Book a smile consultation and plan your new smile with Dr. Sivaranjani. Call +91 99977 97777, WhatsApp us or get directions.
Luxe Dental Clinic, No 3, 76A, Second Floor, Radha Mohan Street, Periyar Nagar, Velachery, Chennai 600042 (near Phoenix MarketCity). Open Monday–Saturday, 10:00 AM – 8:30 PM. Sunday closed. See clinic details, map and directions.
