Tooth colour
Tea, coffee, tobacco and natural colour variation can change how teeth look. Whitening cannot correct every cause of discolouration.
The finer details of a smile.
A change in tooth colour, a chipped edge or uneven proportions can make you look twice at your smile. The right choice depends on what is causing the concern, the condition of your teeth and how much change you actually want.
At Nivani Aesthetics Clinic in Malad West, Dr. Mayank Garg discusses cosmetic dental options after assessing oral health, bite and expectations.

Teeth can appear darker because of surface stains or changes within the tooth. Chips and gaps raise different questions. A dental examination helps distinguish a cosmetic preference from something requiring treatment first.
Tea, coffee, tobacco and natural colour variation can change how teeth look. Whitening cannot correct every cause of discolouration.
A minor chip may have several possible restorative options. Bite forces and tooth structure affect what is appropriate.
A smile makeover may involve an agreed combination of dental procedures. It needs a clear diagnosis and a plan that respects healthy tooth tissue.
Dentist-supervised whitening may be discussed for suitable natural teeth affected by some stains. Existing crowns, veneers and fillings do not change colour with bleaching.
Custom coverings can alter the visible surfaces of selected teeth. Some veneer approaches require permanent enamel removal, and maintenance or replacement may be needed.
A coordinated plan may address tooth colour, shape or spacing. The proposed procedures, any tooth preparation and the limits of the result should be explained before treatment.
Untreated cavities, gum inflammation, tooth sensitivity and bite problems deserve attention before cosmetic work.
Veneer preparation may be irreversible. Whitening can cause temporary sensitivity. Ask about alternatives and future maintenance.

Dr. Mayank Garg | BDS, MDS | Dentist and orthodontist | Head of Dental & Smile Aesthetics
Dr. Mayank Garg provides all six approved Dental & Smile Aesthetics services onsite at Nivani in Malad West. He assesses oral health, bite and treatment suitability and discusses alternatives.
Bring photographs if useful and share what you like about your current smile.
The dentist reviews teeth, gums, restorations and bite, including whether additional assessment is needed.
Discuss appropriate procedures, limitations, upkeep, and whether leaving the teeth unchanged is a reasonable choice.
No. Whitening affects natural teeth but does not lighten existing crowns, veneers or fillings.
No. The cause of discolouration matters. Some deeper or grey-toned changes may respond poorly and need a different assessment.
Some veneer techniques involve removing enamel and are irreversible. Your dentist should explain the amount of preparation and alternatives.
No. A veneer usually covers the visible front of a tooth, while a crown surrounds more of its structure.
Yes. Veneers may chip, wear or debond and sometimes need repair or replacement.
The dentist reviews tooth health, bite, the change you want and which procedures, if any, are suitable.
Yes. Active dental or gum disease generally needs assessment and care before elective cosmetic procedures.
Dr. Mayank Garg, BDS and MDS, Head of Dental & Smile Aesthetics, provides dental services onsite at Nivani in Malad West.
Solitaire 2, B Wing, 101 and 102, opposite Infiniti 2 Mall, Malad Linking Road, Malad West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400064.