Cosmetic tooth contouring in Londonsubtle reshaping for a more even, balanced and confident smile.
Reshape your smile in minutes at our South Kensington clinic. Tooth contouring is a quick, comfortable cosmetic procedure that smooths rough edges, shortens long teeth, and creates a more harmonious smile. Complimentary consultation to discuss pricing.
What Are Tooth Contouring?
Tooth contouring (also known as enamel reshaping, dental recontouring, or odontoplasty) is a quick, comfortable cosmetic procedure that subtly reshapes your teeth by removing tiny amounts of enamel.
It's one of the simplest ways to enhance your smile. In just 15-30 minutes, we can smooth rough or jagged edges, round off pointed canines, reduce minor overlaps, and create a more uniform smile line. The changes are subtle but the impact on your confidence can be significant.
Because we only remove a fraction of a millimetre of enamel (which has no nerves), the procedure is generally comfortable. Usually no anaesthetic required, minimal preparation, no injections. Many patients say it feels like their teeth are being gently polished, although experiences can vary.
Tooth contouring in London is popular among professionals and image-conscious patients who want quick, affordable improvements without the commitment of veneers. It's often combined with composite bonding for more comprehensive results.
What Can Tooth Contouring Fix?
Tooth contouring is ideal for these minor cosmetic concerns. Your dentist will assess whether contouring is appropriate for you and how much enamel can safely be removed.
Pointed or sharp canines
Round off vampire-like canines for a softer, friendlier appearance
Uneven tooth lengths
Create a more uniform smile line across your front teeth
Small chips or rough edges
Smooth out minor chips and rough surfaces
Slight overlaps
Reduce the appearance of minor overlapping between teeth
Bulges or pits
Remove small imperfections in the tooth surface
Jagged or irregular edges
Create smooth, even edges for a polished look
Why patients choose this treatment with us
- ✓Same-visit reshape: results visible at the appointment, subject to clinical assessment. Treatment completed in one short visit.
- ✓Generally Comfortable: Usually no anaesthetic is needed, just gentle reshaping of enamel. Many patients say it feels similar to polishing, although experiences can vary.
- ✓Minimal Recovery Time: You can usually return to normal activities straight away in most cases.
- ✓Subtle but Effective: Small changes that make a big difference to your smile's harmony and balance.
- ✓Long-lasting Results: Once reshaped, your teeth stay that way for many years. A long-term investment.
- ✓Cost Effective: Often a lower cost option compared to more extensive cosmetic treatments.
Your treatment journey, step by step.
Consultation
We examine your teeth, discuss your goals, and assess whether contouring alone or combined with bonding will achieve the best result.
Planning
We mark the areas to be contoured and show you exactly what changes will be made.
Contouring
Using fine diamond instruments, we gently reshape the enamel. You'll feel light pressure in this comfort focused procedure.
Polishing
Your teeth are smoothed and polished to a beautiful natural finish.
What's in the price
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| Item | Member | Standard |
|---|---|---|
Contouring + Bonding A natural fit — contouring removes excess while bonding adds where needed. | £150 | from £300 |
Contouring + Whitening Reshape your teeth then brighten them for a complete smile refresh. | £290 | from £580 |
Edge Bonding + Contouring Fix chips with bonding, then blend everything with contouring. | £140 | from £280 |
What patients say after treatment
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Our clinic is registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) under our registered provider, Medical and Dental Limited, and every clinician is registered with the General Dental Council (GDC). We operate under documented clinical governance and full indemnity. Provider ID: 1-20629579981.
Frequently asked questions
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When done conservatively — as we do it — only enamel edges are refined. No dentine is exposed, so teeth remain fully protected. We only reshape what the enamel thickness allows.
The reshaping is permanent — but because only minor enamel is removed, the tooth remains healthy and the change is stable long-term.
Not usually. Because only enamel is touched, there are no nerve endings involved. Most patients have the work done without any anaesthetic.
Small chips can sometimes be polished out with contouring. Larger chips usually need composite bonding to rebuild the lost tooth structure.
Your clinical team for this treatment
GDC-registered dentists with decades of combined experience. Every patient has a named clinician from first consultation to final review.
Clinical DirectorDr. Yasha Y Shirazi
Principal Dentist & Clinical Director
University of Regensburg, Germany
With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Shirazi leads our dental team with a passion for excellence and patient-centred care.
Dr. Kamran Yazdi
Dentist
DDS, MSc Conservative Dentistry (UCL), Dip Oral Dental Science (UCL)
Restorative and cosmetic dentistry with an MSc in Conservative Dentistry from UCL Eastman.
Dr. Andreia Phipps
Dentist
BDS (Br), ORE (UK), ADS Certificate in Cosmetic & Aesthetic Restorative Dentistry
A friendly and enthusiastic dentist with a passionate interest in Cosmetic and Aesthetic Restorative Dentistry.
Dr. Reza Davari
Dentist
London Gold Medal — Outstanding Achievement
Awarded the London Gold Medal for outstanding achievement. Known for exceptional attention to detail and a calm, gentle manner.
See real tooth contouring transformations
Browse genuine before & after photographs from our London patients. All images are shown with consent and reflect individual clinical outcomes.
View Smile GalleryIndividual results may vary. Outcomes depend on clinical factors and cannot be guaranteed.
Visit our cosmetic dentistry clinic in London
Our South Kensington clinic is a two-minute walk from the tube station, on the Piccadilly, Circle and District lines — easily reached from Chelsea, Knightsbridge, Kensington, Fulham, Earl's Court, Hammersmith, Westminster, Mayfair, Belgravia, Notting Hill and the rest of Central London.
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