How long does a smile makeover take?
Quick answer
How long does a smile makeover take?
It depends on the treatments involved. Composite bonding can be completed in one or two visits.
Porcelain veneers usually take four to six weeks from preparation to fitting. Invisalign typically takes 6 to 18 months, and when it is combined with bonding or veneers, those are done at the end once the teeth are aligned. York House Dental Practice in West Byfleet gives you a timeline at your consultation.
What you need to know
Whitening usually comes first, because bonding and veneers are colour-matched to your teeth and do not whiten afterwards. Home whitening with custom trays typically takes two to three weeks.
If you have a date in mind — a wedding, a big birthday — tell us early. Bonding and whitening can often be completed in weeks; straightening cannot be rushed safely.
Any gum disease or decay is treated before cosmetic work starts, so the result lasts. See smile makeover costs, smile makeovers and smile design packages.
Last reviewed: by Dr Kaveet Patel, Principal Dentist
