38 Queen Anne Street, Marylebone
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Smile makeover in London

A coordinated plan, designed from the final result backwards, using whichever treatments your case genuinely needs.

  • A coordinated plan, not a list of treatments, designed from the final result backwards.
  • Digital smile design and 3D planning, so you see the outcome before anything is done.
  • Master ceramic technicians working closely with your clinician.
  • A full multidisciplinary team under one roof, minutes from Harley Street.

Dr Raul Costa Reviewed by Dr Raul Costa Published August 2021 Last reviewed November 2025

  • Treatment 8+ hours
  • Price From £2,500
  • Team experience 50+ years
  • Recovery time 1 to 3 days
  • Google rating ★★★★★ (4.9)
Smile Makeover

What is a smile makeover?

A smile makeover is not a single treatment. It is a coordinated plan that combines whichever treatments your case actually needs, sequenced so they work together rather than fighting each other. It might involve veneers, crowns, whitening, composite bonding, orthodontics, implants or gum treatment, and for most patients it involves several of these.

What separates a makeover from having a few cosmetic treatments done is the planning. The final result is designed first, then the treatments are chosen and ordered to reach it. Whiten before you bond, not after. Straighten before you veneer, so less enamel comes off. Treat the gums before you build anything on them. Get that order wrong and you either compromise the result or pay twice.

Digital smile design and 3D planning

Before anything irreversible happens, we design the outcome. Photographs, digital scans and 3D imaging are used to plan the shape, proportion and position of your teeth against your face, your lips and your bite, not in isolation. You see the proposed result and can respond to it while it is still just a design, which is when changes cost nothing.

That planning also tells us the honest answer to the question patients most want to ask: what is realistically achievable with your teeth, your bone and your gums. It is far better to have that conversation looking at a model than to discover the limits halfway through treatment.

Master ceramic technicians

The design is only as good as its execution. Our ceramic work is made by technicians who work directly with your clinician rather than at the end of a courier route, which means shade, shape and character can be discussed, checked and adjusted properly. For a smile makeover, where every restoration has to sit in harmony with the ones beside it, that proximity is the difference between good and outstanding.

A full multidisciplinary team under one roof

Complex makeovers rarely sit within one discipline. Yours may need prosthodontic planning, orthodontic movement, periodontal treatment or implant surgery, and having those clinicians in the same building, discussing the same plan, removes the co-ordination problems that derail cosmetic cases elsewhere. Treatment stays under one overall plan rather than being handed between practices.

Smile makeovers for complex cases

Many patients come to us after years of piecemeal treatment, or after work elsewhere that has not aged well. Excessive wear, gum recession, failing old restorations, a collapsed bite: these are not cosmetic problems with cosmetic solutions, and treating them as such is why they recur. Our approach is to establish why the damage happened, stabilise the underlying cause, and only then rebuild the appearance. It takes longer and it is more honest.

Understanding the cost

Because every makeover is bespoke, cost varies considerably with what your case actually requires. Treatment starts from £2,500 and rises with the number of teeth involved and the complexity of the work. Following a consultation you will receive a detailed written plan setting out each stage and its cost, so you know the full picture before committing to anything. Finance options are available.

We would rather be straightforward about this: a smile makeover is a significant investment, and it is not the right treatment for everyone who asks about it. If your goal can be achieved with whitening and a little bonding, we will tell you that, and it will cost you a fraction of the figure above.

Why choose us for your smile makeover?

Treatment is led by Prof Dr Christian Mehl, a registered specialist in prosthodontics, working alongside clinicians with more than 50 years of combined experience in cosmetic and restorative dentistry. Every case is planned from the final result backwards, using digital design and 3D imaging, and executed with in-house ceramic craftsmanship. The clinic is calm, modern and built for comfort, and it is minutes from Harley Street.

Our dentists

Meet your smile makeover team

Meet the team who will look after you.

Dr Raul Costa

Dr Raul Costa

Restorative and Aesthetic Dentistry

Raul focuses on the aesthetics of implant restorations, designing crowns and bridges that blend seamlessly with your natural smile. He takes time to understand exactly what each patient wants from treatment, then uses smile design and careful shade matching to deliver results that look entirely natural and feel like your own teeth, never like dental work.

  • Partner
  • GDC number 159581
  • Speaks English, Portuguese, Spanish, French and basic Romanian
Prof Dr Christian Mehl

Prof Dr Christian Mehl

Specialist in Prosthodontics

Christian leads our most complex implant and full mouth rehabilitation cases, combining surgical precision with a calm, reassuring manner that puts even the most anxious patients at ease. With decades of experience and an academic background in prosthodontics, he is regularly referred the cases other clinics turn away, and he plans every treatment digitally so there are no surprises along the way.

  • Partner and Principal Dentist
  • GDC number 108352
  • Speaks English, German, basic Russian and Chinese
Dr Tami Lampert

Dr Tami Lampert

Dentist

Tami is an award-winning dentist who excels in oral surgery, cosmetic dentistry and Invisalign. Meticulous and compassionate, she quickly puts patients at ease and takes pride in helping them achieve their goals.

  • BDS (HONS), MFDS
  • GDC number 265510

What our patients say

Real Google reviews from patients treated at the clinic.

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I’ve just completed my dental treatment with Dr. Christian Mehl, and the experience has been outstanding. The quality of care, expertise, and attention to detail provided by Dr. Mehl and his team are truly first class. Throughout the process, I was consistently impressed by their high professional standards and commitment to achieving the best possible outcome. Equally impressive is the entire team at Wimpole Street Dental Clinic. Everyone is friendly, efficient, welcoming, and highly professional, making every visit smooth and comfortable. I would highly recommend Dr. Mehl and the clinic to anyone looking for exceptional dental care. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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Great service
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I cannot recommend this dental practice highly enough. Professor Mehl has provided an exceptional standard of care and professionalism, and I have been genuinely impressed by both his expertise and his approach to patient care. He is exceptionally kind, patient and reassuring, and completely non-judgemental. I have never felt embarrassed or uncomfortable discussing my dental hygiene, and he has always made me feel at ease. His positive and compassionate manner immediately puts you at ease, even if you are someone who feels anxious about dental treatment. What I particularly appreciate is the personal level of care he provides. He remembers me personally, greets me when I arrive and genuinely takes an interest in me as a patient. This makes such a difference and is something I have rarely experienced elsewhere. I am currently saving towards an implant, and Professor Mehl went above and beyond by building a temporary tooth. I was incredibly touched by this gesture and it is a wonderful example of the kindness and consideration he shows his patients. He is also exceptionally skilled, even the injections were completely painless, which is something I have never experienced with another dentist! I would also like to mention Jennifer (dental therapist) who is absolutely wonderful. She gave me an incredibly thorough deep clean, yet somehow managed to make the entire experience completely comfortable and pain-free. She did an exceptional job, and I was so impressed with the care and attention to detail she showed throughout. Jennifer is also incredibly warm and personable, her smile genuinely brightens the room. Like Professor Mehl, she remembers me personally, which makes every visit feel welcoming and reassuring rather than clinical. I am extremely grateful for the care I have received from the whole team. Professor Mehl and Jennifer combine exceptional professionalism and expertise with genuine kindness and compassion. It is clear that they truly care about their patients, and I would wholeheartedly recommend this practice to anyone looking for outstanding dental care.
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I was on vacation in London, and a crown came off during my first full day there. I was literally 4,000 miles from home, and, as luck would have it, I was near the Wimpole Street Dental Clinic. The receptionist could see the panic on my face when I walked through the door. He calmed me down by assuring me that he would make sure I got fixed up right away. Soon after, I saw the dentist. He was excellent. Fixed me up in no time. I was able to enjoy the rest of my bucket-list trip without worrying about my teeth! I can't thank them enough! If you have dental needs, I highly recommend stopping in! Here's a pic of me with the doc and his staff after they fixed my crown—such a great group of people.
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Emily O'Dwyer
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Really friendly dentist. My daughter needed some fillings and we’re really pleased with the results - they are invisible and it wasn’t painful
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Exceptional dental care you can trust. I first visited Dr. Raul Costa for an emergency appointment regarding a root treated tooth that had flared up. He was incredibly reassuring, calm, listened to my concerns, and took great care in explaining my options. Instead of pushing for an expensive implant, he referred me to an endodontist to try and save the tooth. Four years later, it is perfectly restored. Dr. Costa is a highly competent dentist who combines exceptional skill, experience, and artistic talent. He only uses high quality materials to make sure any restorations last. He cares deeply about his patients, listens to your concerns, puts you at ease, and works with a fantastic team who are kind and supportive. I still get compliments on my smile today. If you want first class dentistry and are looking for someone who can create a natural and artistically beautiful smile, he’s the go-to dentist I would recommend to everyone.
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Excellent attention, thorough testing, full and clear explanations of the situation and the options. Delighted so far!
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The Sensu clinic is amazing. Very good experienced dentists.
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I had a fantastic dental hygiene today with Jennifer! And my son had a great experience with Dr Costa as usual.

Why choose us

Why patients choose us for a smile makeover

  • Every case planned from the final result backwards, not treatment by treatment.
  • Digital smile design, so you see the outcome before anything irreversible happens.
  • Master ceramic technicians working directly with your clinician, in house.
  • A full multidisciplinary team under one roof, minutes from Harley Street.
  • Honest advice when a smaller treatment would achieve what you want.
Two Clinicians Reassuring A Patient At The Chair

Costs

Smile makeover costs

Every makeover is bespoke. Your full written plan and costs are confirmed after consultation, and finance is available.

  • New patient consultation £240
  • Smile makeover Cost varies with the treatments involved From £2,500
Book a consultation

New patient consultation £240. Your dentist will confirm the exact cost after your consultation.

FAQs

Common questions about smile makeover, answered clearly and honestly.

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How much does a smile makeover cost?
From £2,500, though the figure varies considerably because every makeover is bespoke. It depends on how many teeth are involved and which treatments your case needs. A new patient consultation is £240, after which you will get a detailed written plan setting out every stage and its cost. Finance options are available.
How long does it take?
Allow eight hours or more of chair time overall, spread across several appointments rather than done in one sitting. The calendar time depends on what is involved: orthodontics or implants add months of healing or movement, while a veneer-based makeover is quicker. You will have an indicative timeline with your plan.
What treatments are included?
Whatever your case needs. Commonly veneers, crowns, whitening, composite bonding, orthodontics, implants or gum treatment, usually several in combination. The point of a makeover is the coordination, not the individual treatments.
Will I see the result before you start?
Yes. We use digital smile design and 3D planning to design the outcome before anything irreversible happens, so you can respond to the proposal while changes still cost nothing. It also shows us honestly what is achievable with your teeth, bone and gums.
Do I need a full makeover, or would less do?
Often less will do, and we will say so. If whitening and some bonding gets you where you want to be, that is a fraction of the cost and a fraction of the intervention. A makeover is the right answer when multiple problems interact, not when one tooth bothers you.
Is it painful?
Treatment is staged and carried out under local anaesthetic, with sedation available. Recovery is typically one to three days depending on what has been done. Most patients find the process more comfortable than they expected.
How long will it last?
Well-planned work, properly maintained, lasts many years. What shortens it is grinding, poor hygiene and ignoring the cause of the original damage, which is exactly why we stabilise underlying problems before rebuilding appearance. Maintenance is built into every plan.
I have had cosmetic work elsewhere that has not lasted. Can you help?
This is a large part of what we do. Piecemeal treatment and work that has not aged well are common reasons patients come to us. We start by establishing why it failed, since rebuilding on the same foundation produces the same outcome.

Find us

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38 Queen Anne Street, Marylebone, London W1G 8HZ. A short walk from Bond Street and Oxford Circus.

Address
38 Queen Anne Street, Marylebone, London W1G 8HZ
Opening hours
Monday to Thursday 9am to 6pm
Friday 9am to 5.30pm

38 Queen Anne Street, Marylebone, London W1G 8HZ

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