Smile Makeovers in Leith, Edinburgh
A smile makeover is a personalised treatment plan that combines two or more cosmetic dental treatments to achieve the smile you have always wanted. No two plans are the same, because no two smiles are the same.
OVERVIEW
Newkirkgate Dental Care at 2 Great Junction Street, Leith, Edinburgh EH6 5LA provides smile makeover treatment for patients in Leith and across Edinburgh. A smile makeover is a personalised plan combining two or more cosmetic dental treatments, which may include teeth whitening, composite bonding, porcelain veneers, crowns and orthodontics, to achieve a transformed smile. Treatment is tailored to each patient’s individual goals and budget. Finance is available through Tabeo. To book a smile makeover consultation in Leith, call 0131 554 3509 or visit newkirkgatedental.co.uk.
The Smile You Have Always Wanted, Right Here in Leith
People come to us for smile makeovers for all sorts of reasons. Some have a specific event coming up, a wedding, a milestone birthday, a new job, and they want to feel confident when they walk into the room. Some have been carrying a cosmetic concern for years and have simply decided the time has come to do something about it. Some have had treatment elsewhere that didn’t quite deliver and are looking for a fresh start.
What they all have in common is that they have more than one thing they’d like to change, and they want those changes to work together as a coherent result rather than as a patchwork of unrelated treatments.
A smile makeover is exactly that. A plan drawn up around your specific concerns, your face, your teeth and your goals, combining the right treatments in the right order to produce a result that looks natural, balanced and genuinely brilliant.
We see smile makeover patients from all over Edinburgh, from the Georgian terraces of Inverleith to the seafront of Portobello, from the new developments around Granton Harbour to the traditional tenements of Easter Road. Patients choose Newkirkgate for our honest consultations, our accessible location and our reputation for results that look like you, only better.
What a Smile Makeover Can Include
A smile makeover is not a single treatment. It is a planned combination of treatments, selected and sequenced to work together to achieve your goals. Depending on your starting point and what you want to achieve, a plan might include any combination of the following:
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1Teeth WhiteningOften the starting point for a smile makeover, whitening establishes the base shade. If veneers or composite bonding are also part of the plan, whitening is carried out first so that restorations can be shade-matched to the whitened teeth.
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2Composite BondingReshaping, repairing chips, closing gaps and evening out lengths using tooth-coloured resin. Composite bonding is versatile, affordable and often forms the main component of a makeover plan for patients with multiple minor concerns.
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3Porcelain VeneersFor patients who want a more dramatic or durable result, or whose concerns cannot be adequately addressed with composite alone, porcelain veneers deliver exceptional aesthetic results with outstanding longevity.
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4Porcelain CrownsWhere teeth are structurally damaged as well as cosmetically compromised, a crown restores both function and appearance. Crowns within a smile makeover plan are shade-matched to the other treatments for a uniform, natural result.
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5InvisalignWhere alignment is part of the concern, Invisalign clear aligner treatment may be included as the first stage of the plan, straightening the teeth before cosmetic treatments are applied. Treating alignment before aesthetics almost always produces a better long-term result.
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6Dental ImplantsWhere a missing tooth is part of the picture, an implant provides the most natural-looking and functional replacement. Implants are planned in conjunction with the rest of the makeover to ensure the final result is balanced and complete.
Your Smile Makeover Consultation at Newkirkgate
An Honest Conversation First
Your consultation starts with a conversation, not a sales pitch. Your dentist asks about what you would like to change, what results you have seen elsewhere that inspire you, and what your timeline and budget look like. There are no wrong answers and no pressure to decide anything at the first appointment.
A Full Clinical Assessment
Your dentist carries out a thorough assessment of your teeth, gums, bite and jaw. Cosmetic treatment works best when built on a healthy foundation. If there are any underlying clinical concerns that need addressing before cosmetic treatment begins, these will be identified and discussed honestly.
A Personalised Treatment Plan
Your dentist draws up a personalised treatment plan that sets out which treatments are recommended, in which order, and why. Each treatment within the plan is explained clearly, along with realistic timelines and a full written cost breakdown. Nothing is rushed and there is no obligation to proceed.
Phased Treatment if Needed
Some makeover plans are completed over a few weeks. Others, particularly where Invisalign or implants are involved, unfold over several months. Your dentist will plan the sequence carefully so that each stage builds correctly on the last, and will keep you informed of progress throughout.
Cosmetic Dentistry at Newkirkgate
Smile makeover treatment at Newkirkgate draws on the skills of our full clinical team, with Dr Antonios Antonopoulos having a particular passion for cosmetic dentistry. Antonios joined the practice in 2022 after training at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and takes real satisfaction in helping patients regain confidence in their smile.
Our principal dentist Fotis Bousis brings his Masters-level expertise in implant dentistry to more complex makeover plans involving implants or full arch work, and our broader team of dentists brings a range of complementary skills across orthodontics, restorative and preventive care.
We See Patients From Across Edinburgh
We see patients for smile makeover consultations from all across Edinburgh and the Lothians. Patients travel from Newhaven, Trinity, Inverleith, Portobello, Musselburgh, Bonnington, Pilrig, Granton and Edinburgh city centre, drawn by our reputation for honest, patient-first care and our accessible location inside Newkirkgate Shopping Centre. Bus routes along Leith Walk and Great Junction Street serve the practice directly, and street parking is available nearby.
No sure where to begin? Just give us a ring.
Flexible Payment Options for Your Smile Makeover
Smile makeover treatment is a private investment. Patient finance through Tabeo is available, allowing you to spread the cost of your full treatment plan into manageable monthly payments. Interest-free and low-cost options are available, the application is straightforward, and there is no early repayment penalty.
- Interest-free and low-cost finance options available
- Fixed monthly payments by direct debit that never change
- Simple, straightforward application process
- No early repayment penalty
- Finance can cover your full treatment plan including any preparatory work
Speak to our team at your consultation and we will walk you through all available options. There is no obligation and no pressure to apply.
REGISTRATION
Register With Newkirkgate Dental Care
Whether you’re new to Leith, new to Edinburgh, or just long overdue a visit, we’d love to have you. We’re accepting new NHS and private patients right now, and getting registered takes just a few minutes. Once you’re with us, we’ll take care of everything else.
- Free NHS check-up every 12 months, no bill at the end
- Same-day emergency slots held back for registered patients every day
- Open Monday to Friday and Saturday mornings
- Every member of our team is trained to work with nervous patients
- NHS and private care, the same warm welcome either way
We’re inside Newkirkgate Shopping Centre on Great Junction Street, right next to Boots. Walk in, give us a call, or register online, whichever feels easiest.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions About Smile Makeovers
Smile makeover costs at Newkirkgate Dental Care in Leith vary depending on which treatments are included in your plan and how many teeth are involved. Fees are to be confirmed. Contact the practice on 0131 554 3509 to book a consultation where a full written treatment plan with confirmed costs will be provided. Finance through Tabeo is available, allowing you to spread the full cost into manageable monthly payments with interest-free options.
The timeline depends entirely on which treatments are included. A makeover involving composite bonding and whitening can often be completed within a few weeks. Plans that include Invisalign treatment typically take six to eighteen months for the alignment phase before cosmetic treatments begin. Plans involving dental implants may take several months from placement to final restoration. Your dentist will give you a realistic timeline at your consultation based on your specific plan.
Not at all. Your consultation is the starting point, not a prerequisite for one. Whether you have a clear idea of what you want or just a vague sense that something could be better, a conversation with your dentist is where the plan begins. There is no obligation to proceed and no pressure to decide anything on the day.
Yes. Missing teeth can be incorporated into a smile makeover plan, most commonly through dental implants. Fotis Bousis, our principal dentist, has a Masters degree in implant dentistry and extensive experience planning implant treatment as part of broader smile makeover plans. The sequence matters, and your dentist will ensure any implant work is planned correctly in relation to the other treatments in your plan.
A Hollywood smile typically refers to a specific aesthetic defined by very white, very uniform teeth, often involving multiple veneers. A smile makeover is a broader term for any personalised plan that combines two or more cosmetic treatments to improve your smile. At Newkirkgate we do not aim to produce a single template result. Our goal is a smile that looks natural, balanced and genuinely right for your face, whether or not that aligns with the Hollywood aesthetic.