Cosmetic dentistry
Smile design
A considered, natural-looking care plan to refresh your smile, never overdone, always in proportion to you.
In plain language
What smile design is
Smile design is a planned approach to improving how your smile looks, combining treatments like whitening, bonding, veneers or alignment.
Rather than a one-size template, it's designed around your face, your features and what you actually want to change.
Worth the visit
Why a planned approach matters
Piecemeal cosmetic work can look artificial or imbalanced. Planning the whole smile first means a natural, proportionate result you're comfortable with, and you understand the path before committing.
Natural, balanced results
In proportion to your face, never fake.
A clear care plan first
See the path before you commit to anything.
At your pace
Phased so it stays comfortable and affordable.
Is this right for you?
Smile design may suit you if…
- You'd like to improve your smile but aren't sure where to start
- Several things bother you (colour, shape, alignment)
- You want a natural result, not an obvious makeover
- You'd prefer to plan and phase the work
- You want to understand cost and options before deciding
A calm, step-by-step process
How smile design works
- 1
Listen
We start with what you'd like to change, and why.
- 2
Assess
We look at your teeth, gums, bite and face.
- 3
Plan together
A tailored, staged care plan you fully understand.
- 4
Preview
Where helpful, we show you the likely result first.
- 5
Refine
We bring it to life at a pace that suits you.
Honest about what to expect
What to expect
Smile design is usually phased over several visits rather than one. Each step is comfortable, and we'll be honest about what's realistic and what each stage involves before you proceed.
Thinking about a smile makeover?
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No surprises
Clear on cost, before anything begins
You'll get a clear written estimate before anything goes ahead. We claim through HICAPS, and for larger treatment we offer payment plans through HUMM and Fund My Dental.
See our fees & health fund information →Common questions
Questions about smile design
Will it look natural?
That's our whole philosophy, subtle and suited to you.
Do I have to do it all at once?
No, we can phase it over time.
Is there pressure to proceed?
Never. You decide in your own time.
How do I know what it'll look like?
Where helpful, we can preview the result before you commit.
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364 Dandenong Rd, St Kilda East VIC 3183
Opening hours
- Monday8.30am – 5.00pm
- Tue – Wed8.30am – 6.00pm
- Thu – Fri8.30am – 5.00pm
- Saturday9.00am – 4.00pm
- SundayClosed
Caring for families on the corner of Dandenong Road since 1980, across Melbourne's inner south-east.
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