Design the Smile
That Feels Like You

Smile design is a personalised plan that may use multiple treatments — veneers, aligners, whitening, gum contouring, and more. Veneers are one tool within a smile design plan. A smile design consultation determines which combination of treatments will deliver the best result for your face, teeth, and goals. Not every patient needs veneers — and not every patient wanting veneers should start there.

Simple cases — whitening, bonding, or a few veneers — can often be completed in 2–3 appointments over 2–3 weeks. More comprehensive cases involving Invisalign® alignment, multiple veneers, and gum contouring may take 3–6 months. Your personalised timeline is confirmed during the digital smile planning session, so you know exactly what to expect from day one.

Not always — but often it is the better approach. When teeth are significantly crowded or misaligned, placing veneers without first straightening them leads to more tooth reduction and a less natural result. Invisalign® first allows us to minimise preparation and achieve a more conservative, longer-lasting veneer placement. We assess this during your smile design consultation and recommend only what is genuinely necessary.

This depends entirely on your smile's natural visibility and your specific goals. Most smile makeovers address the upper front 6–10 teeth — these are the teeth visible when you smile broadly. Some patients only need 4 or 6. The digital smile preview helps us determine the exact number needed to create a balanced, natural-looking result that frames your face correctly.

Yes — a gummy smile (where excess gum tissue shows when you smile) is effectively corrected with laser gum contouring. At Aspen, we use dental laser technology for this procedure, which means no scalpel, no sutures, and very rapid recovery. Gum contouring is frequently combined with veneers or whitening as part of a full smile design plan for beautifully balanced results.

Digital smile design starts with high-resolution photography and facial analysis. We then use software to digitally reshape your teeth, adjust shade, and simulate the final result. You see your new smile on screen before any treatment begins. This is followed by a physical trial smile mockup — placed over your existing teeth in the clinic — so you can experience and approve the design in real life. Treatment begins only after your sign-off.

Smile design costs vary significantly depending on the treatments involved, the number of teeth, and the complexity of your case. Simple single-treatment plans begin from ₹8,000. Comprehensive makeovers combining Invisalign®, veneers, and gum contouring are priced as packages with transparent, itemised quotes. A free digital smile preview consultation is included. 0% EMI is available across leading banks. We provide your complete quote before any treatment begins — no surprises.

Composite bonding uses tooth-coloured resin applied and sculpted directly on your tooth in a single appointment — no lab work, lower cost, immediate result. Porcelain veneers are lab-crafted ultra-thin shells that are more durable, more stain-resistant, and more lifelike in appearance — but require 2 appointments and a higher investment. Bonding is ideal for minor corrections; veneers are the gold standard for significant smile transformations. We recommend the right option based on your specific situation, not on cost alone.

Natural, proportionate results are at the core of our design philosophy. We actively avoid the overly white, bulky "Hollywood" look that has given veneers a poor reputation. At Aspen, shade selection, tooth proportion, and surface texture are all customised to complement your skin tone, lip line, and facial structure. The trial mockup ensures you see and approve the result before any permanent work is done — so what you approve is exactly what you get.

The vast majority of smile design treatments involve minimal discomfort. Teeth whitening may cause temporary sensitivity for 24–48 hours. Composite bonding is typically painless and requires no anaesthesia. Veneers require minimal tooth preparation under local anaesthesia — most patients describe it as far more comfortable than they anticipated. Laser gum contouring is performed without sutures and involves little to no post-procedure pain. We will walk you through every procedure before it begins so you know exactly what to expect.

High-quality porcelain veneers placed by an experienced cosmetic dentist typically last 10–15 years, and often longer with good oral hygiene. Longevity is maximised by avoiding biting hard objects, wearing a night guard if you grind your teeth, and attending regular maintenance recalls. At Aspen, we provide a personalised aftercare plan and recall schedule to protect your investment for the long term.

No special preparation is needed. Simply bring any previous dental X-rays or records you have, and if possible, a photo of a smile you admire (even a celebrity or friend's smile). This helps us understand the aesthetic direction you have in mind. Most importantly, come with your questions — our consultations are unhurried and we encourage you to discuss everything that matters to you about your smile.