Cosmetic dentistry in Belfast
Cosmetic dentistry covers treatments chosen mainly to change how teeth look, such as teeth whitening and veneers. The NHS describes whitening as lightening the colour of teeth and veneers as new facings that disguise a discoloured or chipped tooth. The NHS in England says cosmetic treatments usually need to be paid for privately.
Reviewed by Dr Faiz Azizan, who is also the site author, so this is a self-review rather than an independent one. Last updated 2026-10-06. Editorial policy.
What it involves
Cosmetic dentistry covers treatments chosen mainly to change how teeth look. The NHS describes teeth whitening as lightening the colour of teeth, done with mouthguards at home or at the dentist’s surgery. It describes veneers as new facings for teeth that disguise a discoloured or chipped tooth, made from a thin layer of porcelain or natural-coloured material fitted over the front. For a comparison of two veneer types, see Lumineers and veneers.
When it is used
People choose cosmetic treatment to change the colour, shape or look of their teeth. The NHS in England states that it provides clinically necessary treatment and that cosmetic treatments usually need to be paid for privately. Northern Ireland has its own Health Service arrangements, so confirm with the practice what applies to you.
Questions to ask a practice
- What exactly is proposed, and are there simpler alternatives?
- Is any part of the treatment Health Service, or is it all private?
- What is the full cost? nidirect states that a dentist should explain the exact cost before any private treatment starts.
- What does the treatment involve for the natural tooth, and can that be reversed?
- How is the result looked after, and what follow-up is included?
Belfast-area practices that list cosmetic dentistry
51 practices show this on their own website or Google listing; 15 mores mention it only on a group website, so we do not count them. Whether a practice offers it for you, and at what cost, is for the practice to confirm.
All 51 practices, A to Z
- Abbey Dental Clinic, Newtownabbey
- Affinity Dental Care, Lisburn, Northern Ireland, Lisburn
- Antrim Dental Care, Antrim
- Antrim Road Dental Clinic, Belfast BT15
- Bachelors Walk Dental & Implant Clinic, Lisburn
- Beechview Dental Care, Belfast BT12
- Bloomfield Dental Studio, Belfast BT5
- Blue Sky Dental & Implant Clinic, Belfast BT9
- Bradbury Dental Centre, Belfast BT7
- Braden Dental Care, Belfast BT7
- Bridge Dental, Belfast BT5
- Cavehill Dental & Implant Clinic, Belfast BT15
- Cherryvalley Dental Care, Belfast BT5
- Comber Dental Practice, Newtownards
- Creative Smiles, Belfast BT17
- Crescent Dental Health Belfast, Belfast BT7
- Dunmurry Dental Practice, Belfast BT17
- Elite Dental Practice, Belfast BT6
- Fortwilliam Dental Practice, Belfast BT15
- Gate Lodge Dental, Belfast BT15
- Gentle Dental Care, Belfast BT9
- Gransha Dental, Belfast BT11
- Greenisland Dental Practice, Carrickfergus
- Helens Bay Dental Practice Bangor, Bangor
- High Street Dental Practice, Holywood
- Hillsborough Dental, Hillsborough
- Jeremy Doogan Dental Care, Belfast BT10
- John Gilleece, Belfast BT9
- Lisburn Family Dental Care, Lisburn
- Lisburn Road Dental Clinic, Belfast BT9
- Loughside Dental Practice, Belfast BT15
- M A Irwin Dental, Newtownabbey
- Malone Dental, Belfast BT9
- Martina Collins Dental & Skin Clinic, Belfast BT9
- Menary Dental, Belfast BT4
- Moira Dental Care, Craigavon
- Monkstown Dental, Newtownabbey
- Morrison Dental Clinic, Belfast BT8
- Mount Oriel Dental Care, Belfast BT8
- New Life Teeth, Belfast BT9
- Ormeau Dental Care, Belfast BT7
- Paste Dental, Belfast BT2
- Queen's Quarter Dental, Belfast BT7
- Rossmore Dental Care, Belfast BT7
- Sandown Dental & Implant Clinic, Belfast BT5
- Shankill Dental Care, Belfast BT13
- Shore Road Dental & Implant Clinic, Holywood
- The Dental Centre Belfast, Belfast BT12
- The Guild Practice, Belfast BT9
- Turk Dental Care, Belfast BT5
- Woodstock Dental Practice, Belfast BT6
Frequently asked questions
What treatments count as cosmetic dentistry?
Cosmetic dentistry covers treatments chosen mainly for appearance. The NHS lists teeth whitening, which lightens the colour of teeth, and veneers, which are new facings that disguise a discoloured or chipped tooth. Other treatments can be cosmetic too, so ask the practice what each proposal is for.
Is cosmetic dentistry available on the NHS?
The NHS in England says it provides clinically necessary treatment and that you will usually need to get cosmetic treatments privately. Northern Ireland has its own Health Service arrangements, so ask the practice whether any part of your treatment is covered before you agree to it.
How long does whitening at the dentist take?
According to the NHS, checked 6 October 2026, laser or power whitening at the dentist's surgery takes about an hour. The NHS also describes whitening with mouthguards at home. Ask the practice which method it offers and how many visits it expects.
How many Belfast-area practices list cosmetic dentistry?
51 listed practices show it on their own website or Google listing, most often in Belfast BT9 (8), Belfast BT7 (6), Belfast BT15 (5). A practice may offer it without publishing it, so ask the practice.
Are the cosmetic dentistry practices ranked on this page?
No. The 51 practices that list cosmetic dentistry are shown A to Z, and each area page lists its own practices alphabetically. Ratings shown elsewhere on the site come from Google and are not a measure of clinical quality.
Sources
- Dental treatments - NHS, NHS (accessed 2026-10-06)
- Dental services available on the NHS - NHS, NHS (accessed 2026-10-06)
- Seeing a dentist - nidirect, nidirect (accessed 2026-10-06)