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Which smile treatment suits me?
Tell us what you would like to change and what matters most to you. We will show the treatments worth discussing, how long each takes and how many visits it needs.
Too many options, explained simply
Whitening, bonding, veneers, aligners, crowns: the choices for a better smile can feel overwhelming, and online advice often pushes the most expensive one. This matcher works the way our dentists think at a consultation. It starts with what bothers you, then weighs what matters to you, such as keeping your natural teeth or getting a quick result.
You will get a short list of options with typical treatment time and number of visits. It’s a starting point for a conversation, not a prescription.
How the main options compare
Whitening
Changes colour only. No drilling. One visit in the clinic or one to two weeks at home.
Composite bonding
Repairs chips and small gaps with tooth-coloured resin. Usually one visit, little or no drilling.
Clear aligners
Straighten teeth gradually with removable trays. Several months.
Braces
Fixed brackets that handle crowding and bite problems. Usually 12 to 24 months.
Porcelain veneers
Change colour, shape and length together. Two to three visits; some enamel is usually removed.
Crowns
Rebuild a whole tooth that is badly worn or broken. Usually two visits.
Start with healthy teeth
Cosmetic treatment lasts longest on healthy teeth and gums. Decay, gum inflammation or grinding can shorten the life of veneers and bonding, so every smile plan at our clinic starts with a check-up and cleaning. Many people find a professional clean and whitening give them the change they wanted, without anything more.
See our cosmetic dentistry and Hollywood smile pages for more detail.
Smile treatment questions
Is whitening or veneers better?
Can bonding close gaps between teeth?
Do crowns and fillings whiten?
How do I know which option is right for me?
Plan your smile with us
Free consultation and photos, with your options and costs in writing.
About this page
Written by the dental team at Al Jazeera Dental Clinic, a family clinic on Al Khan Street, Al Majaz 3, Sharjah, open since 1998, and medically reviewed by Dr Ranjeet Kumar, Medical Director (BDS, Diploma in Endodontics), October 2026. This is general information. Your dentist can tell you what applies to you.