

I was watching a Channel 4 programme last night called “Beauty and the Beast”, which involved a person who is obsessed by beauty to spend time with a person who may have a facial disfigurement that they were either born with or as a result of an accident. The point of the programme was to highlight the an obsession with your looks is not healthy, neither is the the quick fix solution such as liposuction, a boob job or any other irreversible surgical procedure. It may be that a healthy diet, good exercise plan and a positive attitude are the solutions.
In the world of dentistry, we are often asked to create a “Hollywood Smile” with wall to wall veneers. It is common place for celebrities to get their teeth “fixed”. The people asking for this treatment are often young and have had little or not previous dental treatment in the past. They are looking for an instant fix, and want it now!
When I am advising patients what is best for them, I take into consideration all the factors that are relevant to that particular person:
I also offer all appropriate options, sometimes people have assumed that they are too old for certain treatments available.
This brings me to what we call the “Natural Hollywood Smile”, and by this I mean moving the patient’s own teeth to create a beautiful smile. Any person who has largely unfilled teeth but just doesn’t like the position of them, should always consider the option of orthodontics before having them cut away to place veneers.
It’s using various types of braces to move teeth gently to another position. Do I mean ugly metal train tracks? No I don’t!! These days there are many options available using tooth coloured braces, invisible braces or rapid braces. No one needs to know that you are wearing a brace, apart from your dentist.
Well, it may take a bit longer than the quick fix solution, but in the long run, you will have your own teeth that will not be in a cycle of needing veneers replacing every 10 -15 years. That is better for you, better for your teeth and better for your pocket. You could finish off your new smile with some tooth whitening just to give it that final boost!
Am I against veneers? Not all all, at Evolve we place them all the time, but only for the cases when orthodontics has been considered and is not suitable, this may be because there are crowns or veneers that need to be replaced, or the teeth have large fillings in them, or the teeth are stained in such a way that straightening and whitening will not give the result that our patient is hoping for.
I heard this morning that Chris Evans is going to wear an invisible brace to straighten his teeth, so even celebrities can see the benefit of investing a bit of time to get the best result.


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As Smile Month comes to a close, we’ve loved celebrating 50 years of promoting healthy smiles 🦷✨
The message behind Smile Month is simple, but important:
✔ Brush well
✔ Clean between your teeth
✔ Visit your dentist regularly
✔ Look after your overall health too
Prevention is always better than cure, and small consistent habits can make a huge difference over time.
Thank you for following along with our Smile Month posts this year - and thank you for continuing to support our practice and our team 💙
Here’s to many more healthy smiles to come.
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Years of teeth grinding had left Mandy unhappy with the appearance of her teeth - so she came to see Richard to explore her options.
Using carefully planned composite bonding, we were able to restore her smile while improving the worn appearance caused by grinding, helping her feel more confident again. ✨
In this video, Mandy shares her experience and why she decided to go ahead with treatment at Evolve Dentistry.
If you’ve noticed wear, chipping or shortening of your teeth from grinding or clenching, there may be options available to help protect and improve your smile.
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Confidence can change everything - and sometimes, the smallest changes to your smile can make the biggest difference to how you feel day to day.
Whether it’s hiding your smile in photos, covering your mouth when you laugh, or simply not feeling like the best version of yourself, cosmetic dentistry can help you feel more comfortable and confident again.
At Evolve Dentistry, we take the time to understand what matters to you and create natural-looking results that still feel like you.
If you’ve been thinking about improving your smile, we’d love to help you explore your options. ✨
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✨ “I’m so pleased I did it.” ✨
There’s nothing better than hearing how much more confident a patient feels after Invisalign treatment 💙
In this video, our lovely patient shares her experience with Invisalign treatment with Yasmin at Evolve Dentistry, and how supported she felt throughout the process by our kind and considerate team.
Straightening your teeth is about so much more than appearances – it’s about feeling confident when you smile, laugh and look in the mirror.
If you’ve been thinking about Invisalign treatment, we’d love to help you explore your options.
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🦷 Ever wondered what a CEREC machine actually does? ✨
Maggie explains how we use CEREC technology at Evolve Dentistry to create precise ceramic restorations using digital scans and advanced design technology.
From improving accuracy to making treatment more comfortable and convenient for patients, it’s a piece of technology our team genuinely loves using every day.
Watch the video to find out why CEREC has transformed the way we deliver dentistry at Evolve 🤍
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A smile can change so much 💙
For many people, improving their oral health or feeling more confident about their smile can have a real impact on everyday life - from photographs, to social situations, to simply feeling more comfortable being themselves.
Smile Month is a reminder that dental care isn’t just about treatment - it’s about helping people feel healthier, happier and more confident too.
Whether it’s maintaining healthy teeth and gums, straightening teeth, whitening, or simply helping nervous patients feel at ease, every smile journey matters.
Thank you for trusting us with yours ✨
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