DR VARAN · SOUTH LONDON

A straighter smile,

Invisalign, whitening and minimally invasive veneers — digitally planned, honestly advised, and delivered personally by one dentist from start to finish.

Book a free consultation No obligation. You'll leave knowing your options and exact costs.
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GDC 310128 TRAINED AT QUEEN MARY, LONDON DIGITALLY PLANNED EVERY CASE CROYDON & MITCHAM

HOW IT WORKS

Three steps to a straighter smile.

Invisalign moves your teeth with a series of clear, removable aligners — planned in 3D before anything begins.

i.

Scan

A 3D digital scan of your teeth. No impressions, no gagging — twenty minutes, done.

ii.

See

Your projected result, on screen, before you commit to anything. We refine the plan together until it's right.

iii.

Straighten

Clear aligners, changed at home, reviewed at every stage — until we both agree it's finished.

"A projection is a target, not a promise — so refinement is built into your plan, and your price, from day one."

Most Invisalign cases need a refinement stage to get from "nearly" to "right." Many clinics treat that as a surprise. Here it's simply part of the plan — included, expected, and never an extra bill.

The same honesty applies before you start: if whitening alone would get you there, or if you don't need treatment at all, that's exactly what you'll be told.

TREATMENTS

Three things, done properly.

Invisalign

from £2,499

Clear aligners, digitally planned, refinements included. The flagship.

Whitening

Dentist-prescribed

Custom trays and professional-strength gel — the only route that legally works.

Veneers

Minimal-prep

Composite or porcelain, honestly compared — including when you don't need them.

RESULTS

Real cases, documented properly

Every case shown on this site will be a real patient, photographed to a consistent clinical standard, published with written consent. Nothing generated, nothing borrowed.

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Start with an honest conversation.

Your consultation is free, unhurried, and carries no obligation — you'll leave knowing your options and your exact costs, whatever you decide.

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INVISALIGN

Straight teeth, quietly.

Invisalign, planned digitally and delivered personally — from £2,499, with refinements, reviews and retainers included.

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THE PROCESS

Scan. See. Straighten.

i.

Scan

A 3D digital scan of your teeth — no impressions, no gagging, twenty minutes. From this, your treatment is planned tooth by tooth.

ii.

See

Your projected result, on screen, before you commit to anything. We refine the plan together until it's right — the plan serves you, not the other way round.

iii.

Straighten

A series of clear, removable aligners, changed at home, reviewed at every stage. Treatment isn't finished until we both agree it is.

SEE THE IDEA

How aligners move teeth.

A simplified illustration — drag through the stages to see how each aligner nudges teeth a fraction closer to the plan.

Stage 1 of 12

Illustrative only — your own plan is built tooth by tooth from your 3D scan, and shown to you before treatment begins.

"You'll never be told your treatment is finished until we both agree it is."

A projection is a target, not a promise. Most Invisalign cases — mine included — need a refinement stage to get from "nearly" to "right," and that's built into your plan and your price from day one.

What's included: all aligners including refinements, every review appointment, and retainers at the end. One price, agreed in writing before we start.

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LIVING WITH ALIGNERS

Designed around your day.

Aligners are worn 20–22 hours a day and removed for eating, drinking and brushing — which means no food restrictions, and no metal in sight. Most people find that after the first few days, they simply forget they're wearing them.

Each set is changed at home on a schedule set for your case, with reviews to check the movement is tracking as planned.

QUESTIONS

Asked often.

Will people notice I'm wearing them?
Rarely. The aligners are clear and sit closely against your teeth. Most patients report that colleagues and friends never notice unless told.
Does it hurt?
Expect pressure for a day or two when you change to a new aligner — that's the treatment working. It's discomfort rather than pain, and ordinary painkillers manage it easily if needed.
Can I eat normally?
Yes — you remove the aligners to eat and drink anything other than water, then brush and put them back in. No food restrictions at all.
How long does treatment take?
It depends entirely on your case — how far your teeth need to move and how consistently the aligners are worn. You'll be given an honest, personalised estimate at your consultation, not a generic promise.
What happens if I lose an aligner?
Get in touch promptly. Usually you'll wear the previous set to hold position, or move to the next set early — your dentist will advise which is right for your stage of treatment.
Am I suitable?
The consultation answers this honestly — including "no" when it's no, and including simpler alternatives when they would get you the result you want.
What happens after treatment?
Retainers — included in your price — hold your teeth in their new position. Teeth drift for life without them, so retention is part of the plan, not an afterthought.

See your projected smile before you decide.

Your consultation is free and carries no obligation — you'll leave knowing whether Invisalign suits you, and exactly what it would cost.

Book a free consultation

TREATMENTS

Less dentistry, better done.

Whitening and veneers, approached the same way as everything here: honestly compared, minimally invasive, and only recommended when they're genuinely the right answer.

WHITENING

Whiter, legally.

Professional whitening, prescribed and supervised by a GDC-registered dentist — the only legal route to genuinely effective whitening in the UK. Custom-made trays, professional-strength gel, and a shade result agreed with you before we start.

Whitening is for adults only and always follows a dental health check — because whitening healthy teeth is the whole point.

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VENEERS

The minimal way.

Composite veneers — sculpted directly onto your teeth in a single visit, little to no drilling, easily repaired. The reversible option.

Porcelain veneers — made in a laboratory, exceptional lifelike finish and longevity, requiring minimal preparation of the tooth.

At your consultation we'll discuss which suits your teeth, your budget, and how much intervention you're actually comfortable with — including whether whitening and Invisalign alone would get you there without veneers at all.

SEQUENCING

Align. Whiten. Then decide.

i.

Align first

Straight teeth catch light evenly and often resolve the very concerns veneers are asked to hide.

ii.

Whiten second

Whitening after alignment means any future veneers are matched to your brightest natural shade.

iii.

Veneer only if needed

Many patients discover the first two steps were the smile they wanted. If not, veneers are done last — and minimally.

Not sure what you need?

That's exactly what the free consultation is for — an honest map of your options, including the option of doing less.

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RESULTS

Every case, start to finish.

A record of real clinical work, documented workflow by workflow — consistent angles, consistent lighting, written consent for every case shown.

Case records in preparation

The first cases are currently being documented and consented for publication. Every case that appears here will be a real patient of this practice — photographed to a standardised clinical protocol, never retouched beyond exposure correction, and published only with written consent.

Nothing on this page will ever be AI-generated, stock, or borrowed. That standard is the point.

FIRST CASES PUBLISHING SOON
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BEFORE AFTER

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THE STANDARD

How cases are documented.

i.

Consistent

Same angles, same lighting, same background — before, during and after. If the photography isn't comparable, the result isn't demonstrable.

ii.

Consented

Written consent, specific to publication, separate from consent to treatment. Patients can withdraw it at any time and the case comes down.

iii.

Complete

Cases are shown start to finish, including the refinement stages — because that's what real treatment looks like.

Your case could be next.

Book a free consultation and see your own projected outcome before anything begins.

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ABOUT

Dentistry, done properly.

Dr Varan Pathmasri — cosmetic and general dentist, South London.

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Dr Varan Pathmasri is a cosmetic and general dentist practising across South London, at Dental Beauty in Croydon and Figges Marsh Dental in Mitcham, with a focus on Invisalign, whitening and minimally invasive veneers.

He qualified with his BDS from Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry, Queen Mary University of London, and is registered with the General Dental Council (310128). His work is digitally planned end to end — every Invisalign case begins with a 3D scan and a projected outcome you can see before treatment begins.

His approach is unhurried by design. Every treatment starts with a full assessment and an honest conversation — including, where it's true, the advice that you need less treatment than you expected. Nothing proceeds until you understand your options, the costs, and the alternatives.

"The best cosmetic dentistry doesn't announce itself. It just looks like you — on a very good day."

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STANDARDS

Registered. Indemnified. Accountable.

Registered with the General Dental Council (310128) and fully indemnified. All treatment is provided in line with GDC Standards for the Dental Team, with written treatment plans and transparent pricing as standard.

If something isn't right, there is a clear complaints procedure — and it's taken seriously.

Come and say hello.

The consultation is free, and the conversation is honest. That's the whole pitch.

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FEES

Transparent by default.

Your exact price is confirmed in writing at your consultation, before anything begins — and it doesn't change.

Invisalign

from £2,499

Including all aligners, refinements, every review appointment, and retainers at the end. One price, agreed in writing.

Whitening

Priced at consultation

Dentist-prescribed home whitening with custom trays. Always preceded by a dental health check.

Veneers

Quoted per case

Composite or minimal-prep porcelain, priced per tooth after assessment — never before.

Consultation

Free

Unhurried, no obligation. You leave with your options and exact costs in writing, whatever you decide.

Spreading the cost

Monthly options available

Payment plans can be arranged — full written details, including all terms, are provided at your consultation.

"No countdown timers. No flash sales. The price is the price — and it's agreed before we start."

Discount-led dentistry creates pressure to commit before you're ready. The approach here is the opposite: take the written quote home, think about it, and come back if and when it's right for you.

Get your exact price, in writing.

Book the free consultation — you'll leave with a written plan and a fixed cost, with no obligation to go ahead.

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BOOK

Book your free consultation.

Unhurried, honest, no obligation. Tell us a little about what you're hoping for and we'll be in touch to arrange a time.

Thank you — request received.
We'll be in touch shortly to arrange a time that suits you.
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WHAT HAPPENS NEXT

We confirm a time

At whichever location suits you — Croydon or Mitcham.

You come in

A full assessment, a 3D scan where relevant, and an unhurried conversation about your options.

You decide — later

You leave with a written plan and exact costs. Take it home. There's no pressure, ever.

LOCATIONS DENTAL BEAUTY CROYDON · FIGGES MARSH DENTAL, MITCHAM GDC 310128

PATIENT INFORMATION

Your treatment, explained.

Plain-English guides to the treatments most often discussed in your plan. If you were given a QR code with your treatment plan, it brought you here. These pages supplement your consultation — they never replace it.

Root canal treatment

Why teeth need it, what actually happens, and the crown question nobody explains.

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Extraction & aftercare

What to do tonight, tomorrow, and the week after — and when to call.

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Crowns & onlays

Why heavily broken or root-treated teeth need protecting, not just filling.

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Gum disease

What your gum scores mean, and why home care does most of the work.

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Fillings & materials

Your options explained — including the amalgam and composite conversation.

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PATIENT INFORMATION

Root canal treatment, explained.

You've been given this page because root canal treatment is part of your treatment plan. Here's what that actually means.

Why a tooth needs it

Inside every tooth is a soft core of nerves and blood vessels. When deep decay, a crack, or a large filling lets bacteria reach that core, it becomes inflamed or infected — which is what causes toothache that lingers, throbs at night, or flares with heat. Once that happens, the tooth can't heal on its own. The realistic options are root canal treatment or removing the tooth.

What the treatment involves

Under local anaesthetic — the tooth is fully numb — the infected core is removed, the internal canals are cleaned, shaped and disinfected, then sealed. It usually takes one to two visits. Modern root canal treatment is done under magnification and shouldn't hurt during the procedure; some tenderness for a few days afterwards is normal and manageable with ordinary painkillers.

The part people aren't told

A back tooth that's had root canal treatment becomes more brittle over time, and usually needs a crown or onlay afterwards to stop it cracking. If your plan includes one, that's why — the root treatment saves the tooth, the crown protects the investment.

Honest expectations

Success rates are high but not guaranteed — no dental treatment is. Complex cases are sometimes best referred to a specialist, and if that applies to you, your dentist will say so.

Questions? Ask at your next visit — this page is a supplement to your consultation, not a replacement for it.

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PATIENT INFORMATION

After your extraction: the first week.

You've been given this page because a tooth has been, or is due to be, removed. Healing is usually straightforward — here's how to keep it that way.

The first 24 hours

A blood clot forms in the socket, and protecting it is the single most important job. Don't rinse, don't spit forcefully, don't drink through straws, avoid alcohol and smoking, and avoid hot drinks and hard food on that side. Bite gently on the gauze you were given if bleeding restarts — steady pressure for twenty minutes almost always settles it. Some oozing tinged with saliva is normal; it looks like more blood than it is.

From day two

Start gentle warm salt-water rinses after meals — a teaspoon of salt in warm water, bathed around the area rather than swished hard. Brush your other teeth normally and clean carefully near the socket. Mild ache and slight swelling are normal and respond to ordinary painkillers; take them as directed on the packet.

The part people aren't told

If pain gets worse on day three or four rather than better — a deep, throbbing ache sometimes with a bad taste — the clot may have been lost. This is called a dry socket. It isn't dangerous, but it is genuinely painful and easily treated with a dressing, so don't wait it out: call the practice.

When to call

Contact the practice promptly if bleeding won't settle with pressure, swelling is increasing after two days, you develop a fever or feel unwell, or you have difficulty swallowing or opening your mouth. Out of hours, NHS 111 can direct you to urgent dental care.

Questions? Ask at your next visit — this page is a supplement to your consultation, not a replacement for it.

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Crowns & onlays, explained.

You've been given this page because a crown or onlay is part of your treatment plan — usually to protect a tooth, not just to fill it.

Why filling isn't always enough

A filling replaces the missing part of a tooth. But when a tooth is heavily broken down, has a large old filling, is cracked, or has had root canal treatment, the remaining walls of the tooth become the weak point. Chewing forces are considerable, and a weakened back tooth can split — sometimes below the gum line, at which point it can't be saved. A crown or onlay covers the biting surface and holds the tooth together, spreading those forces safely.

Crown or onlay?

A crown covers the whole tooth; an onlay covers the biting surface and the weakened parts while keeping more of your natural tooth. Which is right depends on how much sound tooth remains — the guiding principle is always to remove as little healthy tooth as possible while still protecting what's left.

What the treatment involves

The tooth is shaped under local anaesthetic, a digital scan or impression is taken, and the final restoration is made to fit precisely — matched to the shade of your other teeth. A temporary protects the tooth in between. Fitting the final crown or onlay is usually a short, comfortable visit.

Honest expectations

Crowns and onlays are durable but not permanent — like anything that takes chewing forces, they have a lifespan, and good home care and regular checks make the difference. A crowned tooth can still get decay at its margins and still needs the same care as any other tooth.

Questions? Ask at your next visit — this page is a supplement to your consultation, not a replacement for it.

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Gum disease, explained.

You've been given this page because your gum health needs attention. The good news: at almost every stage, the person with the most power to fix it is you.

What's actually happening

Gum disease starts with plaque — the soft film of bacteria that builds on teeth every day. When it isn't cleaned away thoroughly, the gums become inflamed: red, puffy, and bleeding when you brush. That early stage is gingivitis, and it's fully reversible. Left longer, the inflammation can start to break down the bone that holds your teeth — that's periodontitis, and while it can be stabilised, the lost support doesn't grow back. That's why acting early matters so much.

Why bleeding gums are a signal, not a reason to stop

Many people brush more gently, or avoid an area, because it bleeds. It's the exact opposite of what the gums need. Bleeding means inflammation, and inflammation resolves when plaque is removed thoroughly and consistently — within a couple of weeks of proper cleaning, most bleeding stops.

The part people aren't told

Professional cleaning matters, but it's the smaller half of the treatment. What happens at home — brushing well twice daily along the gum line, and cleaning between the teeth every day with interdental brushes or floss — determines whether gum disease is controlled. No amount of professional treatment can outrun daily plaque left in place. Smoking also significantly worsens gum disease and hides its warning signs, and well-controlled diabetes protects your gums as well as the rest of you.

Honest expectations

Gum treatment stabilises; it doesn't rewind. Success looks like gums that don't bleed, teeth that stay put, and gum measurements that hold steady at your reviews — a genuine, lasting win.

Questions? Ask at your next visit — this page is a supplement to your consultation, not a replacement for it.

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Fillings & materials, explained.

You've been given this page because a filling is part of your treatment plan, and you may have a choice of materials.

Why teeth need fillings

Decay dissolves tooth structure. Once a cavity forms, it doesn't repair itself — the decayed part is removed and the space is restored with a filling material, sealing the tooth against further bacteria. Small fillings done early are simpler, cheaper and kinder to the tooth than large ones done late, which is the honest case for regular check-ups.

The materials

Amalgam — the silver-coloured metal filling. Strong, long-lasting and well proven, particularly in back teeth taking heavy chewing forces. Its appearance is its main drawback.

Composite — the tooth-coloured alternative, bonded directly to the tooth and matched to its shade. The difference is cosmetic and about appearance; where a tooth-coloured result matters to you, composite is the option that provides it.

The part people aren't told

The material matters less than the conditions it's placed in. A well-placed filling in a clean, dry field, in a mouth that's brushed well and isn't bathed in sugar between meals, lasts. Any filling — of any material — fails early in a mouth where decay is still active. The filling fixes the damage; your daily habits fix the cause.

Honest expectations

No filling is permanent. All filling materials wear and eventually need maintenance or replacement — which is normal, expected, and picked up at routine checks before it becomes a problem.

Questions? Ask at your next visit — this page is a supplement to your consultation, not a replacement for it.

LEGAL

Privacy policy.

This website is operated by Dr Varan Pathmasri ("we", "us"). We take your privacy seriously, and this policy explains what personal information this website collects and how it is used.

What we collect

When you submit the consultation request form, we collect the details you provide: your name, email address, phone number, the treatment you're interested in, and any message you include.

How we use it

Your details are used solely to respond to your enquiry and arrange your consultation. We do not sell your information, share it with third parties for marketing, or add you to marketing lists without your explicit consent.

Legal basis

We process enquiry information on the basis of legitimate interest — responding to a request you have made. Clinical records created if you become a patient are processed under separate legal bases and are governed by the privacy arrangements of the practice at which you are seen.

How long we keep it

Enquiry details are retained only as long as needed to handle your enquiry. If you become a patient, your clinical records are retained in line with professional record-keeping requirements.

Your rights

  • You can request a copy of the information we hold about you.
  • You can ask us to correct or delete your enquiry information.
  • You can withdraw consent to any communication at any time.
  • You have the right to complain to the Information Commissioner's Office (ico.org.uk) if you believe your data has been mishandled.

Cookies

This site does not use advertising or tracking cookies. Fonts are loaded from Google Fonts, which may log standard technical request data; no other third-party services run on this site.

Contact

To exercise any of these rights, contact us using the details on the booking page.

LEGAL

Complaints procedure.

If something isn't right, we genuinely want to know. Complaints are taken seriously, handled promptly, and treated as an opportunity to put things right and to improve.

How to raise a concern

Speak to us directly at your appointment, or contact the practice where you were seen — Dental Beauty in Croydon or Figges Marsh Dental in Mitcham. If you prefer to put it in writing, use the contact form on this site and mark it as a complaint.

What happens next

  • Your complaint will be acknowledged promptly, normally within three working days.
  • It will be investigated fully and fairly, and you will receive a considered written response.
  • If the investigation needs more time, you will be kept informed of progress.
  • Raising a complaint will never affect the standard of care you receive.

If you remain unhappy

For private dental treatment, you can contact the Dental Complaints Service (dcs.gdc-uk.org), a free and independent service. For NHS treatment, complaints can be escalated to NHS England. You may also contact the General Dental Council (gdc-uk.org), the regulator for dental professionals in the UK. Dr Varan Pathmasri's GDC registration number is 310128.