Cosmetic Dentistry
We use the latest iTero digital scanner and digital smile design to give you the perfect smile.
Maple Leaf Dental provide a wide range of cosmetic dentistry to ensure that your smile stays beautiful. In addition to aesthetic treatments such as zoom in chair laser whitening, we also provide advanced restorative treatments such as Invisalign, crowns,composite bonding and aesthetic white fillings.
Composite bonding
Composite Bonding is an advanced cosmetic technique where composite resin is moulded onto your teeth, giving the appearance of a whiter and more perfect smile. It is a cosmetic solution to misshapen, chipped, spaced and stained teeth and fillings. The result is similar to porcelain veneers, but there is no preparation of the teeth, so it is more conservative. Teeth can be made beautiful in just one treatment appointment, and the result lasts up to 6-8 years. Many mature patients have Composite Bonding after they have had their teeth straightened with braces, to restore chipped or worn teeth, making their smile as amazing as possible. This needs planning carefully from the beginning of orthodontic treatment, so that the teeth are moved into the correct position. Dr. Steve Gibson provides Composite Bonding at Mapleleaf Dental.
Composite bonding can be used to treat the following cosmetic issues:
- Small gaps between teeth
- Chipped or cracked teeth
- Worn or mottled enamel
- Minor alignment corrections
Dental Veneers
Dental veneers can be made of either porcelain or composite and are bonded over the Labial surface of the tooth to correct a number of cosmetic issues..
Porcelain veneers have excellent stain resistance and require very little maintenance.
Unlike cosmetic crowns, which can require the removal of large amounts of healthy enamel, veneers require only minimal tooth preparation.
Invisalign
Invisalign uses a series of clear orthodontic aligners to gently straighten your teeth. Accurate models and photos of your teeth are scanned into the computor and a powerful program creates your ideal smile. A series of clear almost invisable gumshields are created to gently straighten your teeth, each aligner is worn for up to 20 hours per day for 1-2 weeks. The aligners are removable for cleaning and eating.
Treatment can take from 6-18 months depending on the degree of tooth movement required.
Invisalign
Invisalign uses a series of clear orthodontic aligners to gently straighten your teeth. Accurate models and photos of your teeth are scanned into the computor and a powerful program creates your ideal smile. A series of clear almost invisable gumshields are created to gently straighten your teeth, each aligner is worn for up to 20 hours per day for 1-2 weeks. The aligners are removable for cleaning and eating.
Treatment can take from 6-18 months depending on the degree of tooth movement required.
Composite bonding
Composite Bonding is an advanced cosmetic technique where composite resin is moulded onto your teeth, giving the appearance of a whiter and more perfect smile. It is a cosmetic solution to misshapen, chipped, spaced and stained teeth and fillings. The result is similar to porcelain veneers, but there is no preparation of the teeth, so it is more conservative. Teeth can be made beautiful in just one treatment appointment, and the result lasts up to 6-8 years. Many mature patients have Composite Bonding after they have had their teeth straightened with braces, to restore chipped or worn teeth, making their smile as amazing as possible. This needs planning carefully from the beginning of orthodontic treatment, so that the teeth are moved into the correct position. Dr. Steve Gibson provides Composite Bonding at Mapleleaf Dental.
Composite bonding can be used to treat the following cosmetic issues:
- Small gaps between teeth
- Chipped or cracked teeth
- Worn or mottled enamel
- Minor alignment corrections
Dental Veneers
Dental veneers can be made of either porcelain or composite and are bonded over the Labial surface of the tooth to correct a number of cosmetic issues..
Porcelain veneers have excellent stain resistance and require very little maintenance.
Unlike cosmetic crowns, which can require the removal of large amounts of healthy enamel, veneers require only minimal tooth preparation.
White Fillings
White or tooth-coloured fillings are available for both front and back teeth. They are made of a composite resin and bonded to the teeth in a technique sensitive process, the most recent materials mimic the natural teeth’s translucency and shade, they really are life like. White fillings can replace old metal amalgam fillings, and can also offer support to a weakened tooth.
White fillings can be placed in the dental surgery, however some situations require a stronger white filling to be fabricated at a dental laboratory. This indirect approach would take more than one visit to the surgery, these fillings are often referred to as an onlay or inlay, and can be made from composite resin or porcelain.
Cosmetic Crowns
Unlike dental veneers which only cover the front facing labial Surface of the tooth, cosmetic crowns encase the entire tooth. Because crowns require the removal of large amounts of enamel, they are usually used only where the strength of the original tooth has been compromised. Cosmetic crowns can also be attached to implants to replace missing teeth. Modern cosmetic crowns offer excellent aesthetics and are often indistinguishable from natural teeth.
Zoom In Chair Laser Whitening
Does your smile lack dazzle? Our professional laser whitening service is available for just £395. This service includes a home whitening kit, dental impressions, and custom tray manufacture. Replacement trays are also available from £50. We prefer customers to pick up their trays in person from our surgery in Harrogate, this allows us to ensure a perfect fit and make any required adjustments at the time of collection.
Composite bonding
Composite Bonding is an advanced cosmetic technique where composite resin is moulded onto your teeth, giving the appearance of a whiter and more perfect smile. It is a cosmetic solution to misshapen, chipped, spaced and stained teeth and fillings. The result is similar to porcelain veneers, but there is no preparation of the teeth, so it is more conservative. Teeth can be made beautiful in just one treatment appointment, and the result lasts up to 6-8 years. Many mature patients have Composite Bonding after they have had their teeth straightened with braces, to restore chipped or worn teeth, making their smile as amazing as possible. This needs planning carefully from the beginning of orthodontic treatment, so that the teeth are moved into the correct position. Dr. Steve Gibson provides Composite Bonding at Mapleleaf Dental.
Composite bonding can be used to treat the following cosmetic issues:
- Small gaps between teeth
- Chipped or cracked teeth
- Worn or mottled enamel
- Minor alignment corrections
Dental Veneers
Dental veneers can be made of either porcelain or composite and are bonded over the Labial surface of the tooth to correct a number of cosmetic issues..
Porcelain veneers have excellent stain resistance and require very little maintenance.
Unlike cosmetic crowns, which can require the removal of large amounts of healthy enamel, veneers require only minimal tooth preparation.
White Fillings
White or tooth-coloured fillings are available for both front and back teeth. They are made of a composite resin and bonded to the teeth in a technique sensitive process, the most recent materials mimic the natural teeth’s translucency and shade, they really are life like. White fillings can replace old metal amalgam fillings, and can also offer support to a weakened tooth.
White fillings can be placed in the dental surgery, however some situations require a stronger white filling to be fabricated at a dental laboratory. This indirect approach would take more than one visit to the surgery, these fillings are often referred to as an onlay or inlay, and can be made from composite resin or porcelain.
Cosmetic Crowns
Unlike dental veneers which only cover the front facing labial Surface of the tooth, cosmetic crowns encase the entire tooth. Because crowns require the removal of large amounts of enamel, they are usually used only where the strength of the original tooth has been compromised. Cosmetic crowns can also be attached to implants to replace missing teeth. Modern cosmetic crowns offer excellent aesthetics and are often indistinguishable from natural teeth.
Composite bonding
Composite Bonding is an advanced cosmetic technique where composite resin is moulded onto your teeth, giving the appearance of a whiter and more perfect smile. It is a cosmetic solution to misshapen, chipped, spaced and stained teeth and fillings. The result is similar to porcelain veneers, but there is no preparation of the teeth, so it is more conservative. Teeth can be made beautiful in just one treatment appointment, and the result lasts up to 6-8 years. Many mature patients have Composite Bonding after they have had their teeth straightened with braces, to restore chipped or worn teeth, making their smile as amazing as possible. This needs planning carefully from the beginning of orthodontic treatment, so that the teeth are moved into the correct position. Dr. Steve Gibson provides Composite Bonding at Mapleleaf Dental.
Composite bonding can be used to treat the following cosmetic issues:
- Small gaps between teeth
- Chipped or cracked teeth
- Worn or mottled enamel
- Minor alignment corrections
Composite bonding
Composite Bonding is an advanced cosmetic technique where composite resin is moulded onto your teeth, giving the appearance of a whiter and more perfect smile. It is a cosmetic solution to misshapen, chipped, spaced and stained teeth and fillings. The result is similar to porcelain veneers, but there is no preparation of the teeth, so it is more conservative. Teeth can be made beautiful in just one treatment appointment, and the result lasts up to 6-8 years. Many mature patients have Composite Bonding after they have had their teeth straightened with braces, to restore chipped or worn teeth, making their smile as amazing as possible. This needs planning carefully from the beginning of orthodontic treatment, so that the teeth are moved into the correct position. Dr. Steve Gibson provides Composite Bonding at Mapleleaf Dental.
Composite bonding can be used to treat the following cosmetic issues:
- Small gaps between teeth
- Chipped or cracked teeth
- Worn or mottled enamel
- Minor alignment corrections
Dental Veneers
Dental veneers can be made of either porcelain or composite and are bonded over the Labial surface of the tooth to correct a number of cosmetic issues..
Porcelain veneers have excellent stain resistance and require very little maintenance.
Unlike cosmetic crowns, which can require the removal of large amounts of healthy enamel, veneers require only minimal tooth preparation.
Dental Veneers
Dental veneers can be made of either porcelain or composite and are bonded over the Labial surface of the tooth to correct a number of cosmetic issues..
Porcelain veneers have excellent stain resistance and require very little maintenance.
Unlike cosmetic crowns, which can require the removal of large amounts of healthy enamel, veneers require only minimal tooth preparation.
White Fillings
White or tooth-coloured fillings are available for both front and back teeth. They are made of a composite resin and bonded to the teeth in a technique sensitive process, the most recent materials mimic the natural teeth’s translucency and shade, they really are life like. White fillings can replace old metal amalgam fillings, and can also offer support to a weakened tooth.
White fillings can be placed in the dental surgery, however some situations require a stronger white filling to be fabricated at a dental laboratory. This indirect approach would take more than one visit to the surgery, these fillings are often referred to as an onlay or inlay, and can be made from composite resin or porcelain.
Cosmetic Crowns
Unlike dental veneers which only cover the front facing labial Surface of the tooth, cosmetic crowns encase the entire tooth. Because crowns require the removal of large amounts of enamel, they are usually used only where the strength of the original tooth has been compromised. Cosmetic crowns can also be attached to implants to replace missing teeth. Modern cosmetic crowns offer excellent aesthetics and are often indistinguishable from natural teeth.
Invisalign
Invisalign uses a series of clear orthodontic aligners to gently straighten your teeth. Accurate models and photos of your teeth are scanned into the computor and a powerful program creates your ideal smile. A series of clear almost invisable gumshields are created to gently straighten your teeth, each aligner is worn for up to 20 hours per day for 1-2 weeks. The aligners are removable for cleaning and eating.
Treatment can take from 6-18 months depending on the degree of tooth movement required.
Cosmetic Dentistry
FAQs
At Maple Leaf Dental in Harrogate, our cosmetic dentistry range includes professional teeth whitening, Invisalign, composite bonding, porcelain veneers and full smile makeover planning. Whether you're looking to brighten your smile, fix a chip, close a gap or reshape your teeth, we can create a personalised treatment plan designed around your goals and budget.
Cosmetic treatment costs vary depending on the type and extent of treatment. Simple teeth whitening is at the more accessible end of the range, while a full smile makeover involving multiple treatments represents a greater investment. We provide clear, itemised written estimates before any treatment begins and offer finance options to help spread the cost over monthly payments.
Not entirely. Many cosmetic treatments also improve the function and health of your teeth. Composite bonding and crowns can restore damaged teeth, Invisalign can correct bite issues as well as alignment, and replacing missing teeth with implants preserves bone and bite function. At Maple Leaf Dental, we always consider your long-term oral health alongside your aesthetic goals.
The best starting point is a cosmetic consultation at Maple Leaf Dental in Harrogate. We'll take time to understand what you'd like to change, assess the health of your teeth and gums, and put together a personalised treatment plan with clear options and costs. There's no pressure — we want you to feel fully informed before making any decisions.
A smile makeover is a tailored combination of cosmetic dental treatments designed to comprehensively improve the appearance of your smile. This might include whitening, bonding, veneers, Invisalign and crown work — used in a planned sequence to achieve a natural, harmonious result. At Maple Leaf Dental, every smile makeover is individually designed around your facial features, tooth shape preferences and goals.
The right treatment depends on what you'd like to change, the current condition of your teeth and your budget. During a cosmetic consultation, we'll discuss all relevant options and give you an honest recommendation based on what will achieve the best and most lasting result for your smile. We'll never recommend unnecessary treatment — just the most appropriate path to your goal.
Longevity varies by treatment. Teeth whitening results typically last one to three years; composite bonding five to seven years; porcelain veneers and crowns ten years or more with good care; and dental implants potentially a lifetime. Regular check-ups and good oral hygiene are important for maintaining all cosmetic work and catching any early signs of wear or change.
Yes — Invisalign is the most popular solution for straightening crooked or misaligned teeth discreetly. For mild irregularities, composite bonding or veneers can also improve the appearance of slightly uneven teeth without orthodontic treatment. During your consultation at Maple Leaf Dental, we'll assess any misalignment and recommend the most appropriate solution for your specific case.
Yes — healthy teeth and gums are an essential foundation for cosmetic treatment. Any decay, gum disease or other active dental problems need to be addressed before cosmetic work begins. At Maple Leaf Dental, we always carry out a full dental health assessment before recommending cosmetic treatment to ensure your results are safe, stable and long-lasting.
Most cosmetic procedures are well tolerated and straightforward. Treatments like whitening and composite bonding require no injections and are very comfortable. Where preparation of teeth is required — for example, for crowns or veneers — local anaesthetic is used throughout. Post-treatment sensitivity, where it occurs, is usually mild and temporary. We'll talk you through what to expect at every stage.
Restorative dentistry focuses on repairing or replacing damaged or missing teeth to restore function — fillings, root canals, crowns and implants. Cosmetic dentistry focuses primarily on improving the aesthetics of the smile — whitening, bonding and veneers. In practice, many treatments overlap: a crown or implant restores function but also significantly improves appearance.
There's no fixed age, but cosmetic treatment is generally not carried out on patients under 18 as teeth and facial structures are still developing. For adults, cosmetic dentistry can be appropriate at any age, provided the teeth and gums are healthy. Many patients who have previously avoided the dentist find cosmetic treatment transformative later in life — it's never too late to start.
