What cosmetic dentistry is and who it suits
Cosmetic dentistry covers treatments that change how your teeth and gums look. That includes colour, shape, size, small gaps, chips and the line the gums make around the teeth. Some treatments also restore function, such as replacing a broken edge or an old, stained filling.
A smile plan is rarely one procedure. It is usually a sequence, and the order matters. The main options are:
- Professional cleaning removes surface stain, plaque and tartar. Sometimes this alone brightens the smile noticeably.
- Whitening lightens the natural colour of the teeth. It does not change the colour of existing fillings, crowns or veneers.
- Bonding uses tooth-coloured composite resin to repair chips or close small gaps. It usually needs little or no removal of tooth surface.
- Veneers are thin shells fixed to the front of the teeth. They are often marketed as a 'Hollywood smile'. Most types need some enamel to be removed, and that step cannot be undone.
- Gum contouring reshapes uneven or excess gum to change how long the teeth appear.
- Alignment, with braces or clear aligners, moves teeth rather than covering them. It is sometimes the more conservative route for crowding or gaps.
Cosmetic work generally suits people whose teeth and gums are healthy, or can be made healthy first. Active decay, gum disease or a heavy grinding habit usually needs attention before any cosmetic step. Whitening is commonly postponed during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Only an examination can show which options fit your mouth.
Signs that call for an examination, and when it is urgent
Book a routine examination if you notice:
- Yellowing or staining that brushing does not remove
- Chipped, worn or uneven teeth, or gaps that bother you
- Gums that bleed when you brush, look swollen, or seem to be pulling back
- Sensitivity to cold or sweet foods
- Old fillings or crowns that have darkened or no longer match your other teeth
Some symptoms need care the same day. Seek urgent help for:
- Severe toothache
- A broken tooth with pain
- Swelling in the gum or face
Call 911 or go to emergency services straight away if facial swelling is spreading, if you have difficulty breathing or swallowing, or if you have a high fever alongside a dental problem. Cosmetic treatment always waits until infection and pain have been dealt with.
How the steps usually go, from examination to follow-up
- Cosmetic consultation and examination. The dentist discusses what you want to change. They check your teeth, gums, bite and existing restorations, and may take X-rays and photographs. Many clinics also take impressions or scans to plan the final shape.
- Treating health problems first. Decay, gum inflammation and failing fillings are treated before cosmetic steps, because cosmetic work placed on an unhealthy base is less likely to last.
- Cleaning. A scale and polish gives a clean surface and shows your true tooth colour.
- Alignment, if planned. If teeth are to be moved, this is usually done before whitening or veneers. Moving teeth first can reduce how much tooth needs to be covered or reshaped.
- Gum shaping, if planned. Any change to the gum line is done before final restorations, so the restorations can be matched to the new contour once healing is complete.
- Whitening. This is done before bonding or veneers, so new restorations can be matched to the lighter shade. Dentists often wait a couple of weeks after whitening for the colour to settle before choosing a shade.
- Bonding or veneers. Veneers usually involve preparing the teeth, taking impressions or a scan, wearing temporaries, and then a fitting visit. Ask whether a trial preview of the new shape is possible before anything permanent is done.
- Follow-up. A review checks the bite, the gum response and your cleaning around the new work. Regular check-ups continue afterwards.
The number of visits and the time between them depend on your case. Ask for a written outline of your plan.
What Arafat Dental Clinics publishes about this service in Tabarbour
This section uses only what appears in the clinic's record.
The clinic. Arafat Dental Clinics in Tabarbour, Amman, was established in 2022 and is verified by the platform. Its description lists preventive, restorative and cosmetic care. Advertised services include:
- Examinations, cleaning and restorations
- Whitening and veneers
- Zirconia and porcelain work
- Dental implants and clear aligners
The team includes Dr Mohammad Arafat Hasan and Dr Alaa Fayez Hasan. The record says treatment options are discussed according to examination findings and patient needs. In total, the clinic publishes 120 services.
Cosmetic services listed for this page:
- Cosmetic Dentist Consultation
- Cosmetic Dentistry By Laser
- Cosmetic Dentistry to Enhance Teeth Shine
- Hollywood Smile (Veneers)
- Teeth Whitening
- Dental Facing
- Laser gingivoplasty
The clinic's main listed services are dental implants, orthodontic braces, Hollywood smile (veneers), teeth whitening and root canal treatment.
The dentist. Dr. Mohammad Arafat Hasan has 15 years of experience and is verified by the platform. He holds a Bachelor of Oral and Dental Medicine and Surgery from Damascus University. His biography states that he graduated in 2010 and has practised dentistry in Jordan and Saudi Arabia. His record also lists:
- An Advanced Implantology Course with the International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI), 2018
- Clear Aligners (Invisalign) Certification from Align Technology Academy, 2020
- Microscope-Assisted Endodontics with the Jordanian Academy of Dentistry, 2022
He speaks Arabic and English. Among the services he provides are cosmetic dentistry, gum treatment, orthodontics, fillings and prosthetics. Among the conditions he treats are tooth yellowing, gaps, crowding and Hollywood smile requests. His biography notes that the choice of procedure depends on the individual case after assessing the teeth and gums.
The platform shows 2 approved reviews for the clinic and 3 for the dentist, each averaging 5. These are small numbers, so treat them as one input among several.
Questions to ask the dentist before starting
- What exactly would you change, and in what order?
- Are my teeth and gums healthy enough to start now?
- Is there a more conservative option, such as whitening, bonding or alignment, before veneers?
- How much tooth surface would veneers remove, and is that reversible?
- How will the shade be chosen, and when?
- Can I see a preview or trial of the final shape?
- What does the laser gum procedure involve, and what is the healing like?
- How many visits will this take, and what happens if a veneer chips or comes off?
- What will maintenance involve over the years?
- What is the total cost of the full plan? The cost depends on the examination and the plan, so ask before starting.
Aftercare and realistic expectations
Sensitivity after whitening is common and usually temporary. Ask the dentist what to use if it happens. Whitening results fade gradually, especially with coffee, tea or smoking. Composite bonding can stain and chip over time. Veneers can also chip, and they need eventual replacement.
Brush twice daily with fluoride toothpaste and clean between your teeth. Keep up regular check-ups. If you grind your teeth, ask whether a night guard is advisable.
No dentist can promise a specific look, a pain-free experience or a fixed lifespan for the work. A good plan sets clear, agreed goals before treatment starts.
Booking, getting there and opening hours
The clinic is recorded at Al Tamimi Complex, first floor, Journalists Roundabout, Tabarbour, Amman.
Confirmed opening hours are Saturday to Thursday, 10:00–22:00. Friday is not listed in the confirmed hours.
Dr. Mohammad Arafat Hasan's record lists the first consultation as free. Use the contact button on this page to book, and bring any recent X-rays and a list of the medicines you take.