Walk in, walk out smiling: what really happens in a Same-Day Smile Makeover at Kissdental

A Same-Day Smile Makeover means you arrive in the morning with the smile you’ve always wanted to change and leave the same afternoon with new ceramic restorations already fitted. At Kissdental in Flixton, the whole transformation happens in one appointment, planned, designed, milled, and bonded while you wait.

No temporary teeth for weeks. No second and third visits stretched across a month.

How is that even possible? Stay with me, because the answer is partly about technology and partly about a way of working that Kissdental has built its name on.

The short version of how it works

Traditional cosmetic work sends a mould off to an external lab. You wear temporaries, wait two or three weeks, and come back to fit the finished result. That’s fine, and plenty of cases still run that way.

The Same-Day approach collapses that timeline. A digital scanner captures your teeth, the new smile is designed on screen, and a milling unit carves the restorations from a single block of ceramic in the same building. Then they’re bonded the same day.

The clinic is, in its own words, “home of the famous Same-Day Smile Makeover.” That isn’t a slogan picked at random. It rests on CEREC technology and on Dr Kailesh Solanki’s background as one of only six internationally recognised UK CEREC instructors at one point, certified by the ISCD. The person designing your smile has taught other dentists how to do this.

A morning at the practice, hour by hour

Every case is different, so treat this as a guide rather than a stopwatch. But here’s roughly how a single-visit makeover unfolds.

You arrive and settle in. There’s a final conversation about what you want: the shade, the shape, how much you want changed versus kept. Dr Solanki is known for making sure patients understand each stage before anything starts, often with what he calls a bit of banter to take the edge off.

Then your teeth are prepared and scanned. A digital scanner replaces the old goopy impression tray, building a precise 3D model in minutes.

The new smile is designed on screen. You can see the proposed shape and proportions before a single restoration is made. This is the bit patients tend to find reassuring, because nothing is guessed.

The ceramic is milled on site. While you take a break, the milling unit shapes each restoration from a solid ceramic block, colour-matched to your design.

Finally, the restorations are tried in, adjusted, and bonded. You check them in the mirror, in proper light, and only when you’re happy does anything become permanent.

What can a Same-Day Smile Makeover actually fix?

It’s a flexible approach rather than a single fixed treatment. Depending on what’s bothering you, a same-day plan can address:

• Worn, chipped, or uneven edges
• Teeth that are discoloured beyond what whitening alone can correct
• Small gaps and irregular shapes
• Old, tired restorations that no longer match
• A general “tired” look you want refreshed before an event

For more complex cases, where teeth are failing or missing, the plan may involve implants and the skills of in-house Clinical Dental Technician Steve Bradburn rather than same-day ceramics alone. That’s a different route, and a consultation is where the right one gets decided.

Same-day versus the traditional lab route

Neither is “better” in the abstract. They suit different situations. Here’s how they compare.

The honest summary: for a great many cosmetic cases, same-day delivers a beautiful result in a fraction of the time. For certain complex or heavily layered cases, a lab route still has its place. Dr Solanki will tell you which your teeth call for.

Why one visit suits Manchester life

There’s a practical reason the single-visit model has proved so popular across Greater Manchester. People are busy. Taking one day rather than booking three separate appointments around work, childcare, and travel into Flixton or the Green Quarter is a genuine relief.

It also matters for nerves. If the dentist is somewhere you’d rather not linger, doing it once and being finished is far kinder than three rounds of anticipation. Kissdental’s culture is built around anxious patients, and Dr Solanki is Dental Phobia Certified, with oral, IV, and nitrous oxide sedation available if you want it.

What it costs

Cosmetic makeover fees in the UK vary widely with how many teeth are involved and the materials used. As a broad guide, a single ceramic restoration typically runs from around £600 to £1,200, while a full smile makeover spanning several teeth can range from roughly £4,000 to £15,000 or more. Your exact figure depends entirely on your case, so the only accurate number comes after an assessment. You can review the practice’s fees and ask about spreading the cost through finance options at your consultation.

As of September 2026, Kissdental continues to offer same-day cosmetic work across its Greater Manchester clinics, subject to suitability after examination.

FAQ

How long does a Same-Day Smile Makeover take?
Most single-visit makeovers are completed within one appointment, often a morning into early afternoon, though the exact length depends on how many teeth are being treated. Simpler cases finish faster. Dr Solanki will give you a realistic time estimate after assessing your teeth, so you can plan your day around it.

Will my new teeth look natural?
That’s the aim, and it’s why the design stage matters. The restorations are colour-matched and shaped to suit your face and existing teeth, and you see the proposed design before anything is made permanent. You also check the finished result in the mirror and approve it before bonding, so nothing is fitted that you’re unhappy with.

Is a same-day makeover suitable for everyone?
No, and that’s an honest answer rather than a sales one. Same-day CEREC work suits many cosmetic cases, but failing or missing teeth may need implants or a different plan involving technician Steve Bradburn. A consultation at Kissdental in Flixton confirms whether the single-visit route is right for your specific situation.

Does it hurt?
Preparation is done under local anaesthetic, so the appointment itself is comfortable for most people. If you’re anxious, Kissdental offers oral, IV, and nitrous oxide sedation, and Dr Solanki is Dental Phobia Certified. Tell the team beforehand and they’ll plan the day around keeping you calm and comfortable throughout.

How long will the restorations last?
Well-made ceramic restorations commonly last many years with good care, though longevity depends on your bite, habits like grinding, and how well you look after them. Regular hygiene visits help. Your dentist will talk you through how to protect your investment, including whether a night guard makes sense for you.

What to do next

If a single-visit transformation sounds like the answer to a smile you’ve put off changing, the first step is a consultation at Kissdental in Flixton. Dr Solanki will examine your teeth, talk through what’s realistic, and explain whether the Same-Day route fits your case before you commit to anything.

Call 0161 871 9426 or book through the contact page. You can also read more about smile makeovers and see real patient stories from people who’ve had theirs done.