A Hollywood smile is a full aesthetic redesign of the teeth that show when you smile, usually the upper and lower front eight to ten teeth. Using porcelain laminate veneers, zirconium or E-max crowns, professional whitening and, where needed, gum contouring, the colour, shape, length and alignment of the teeth are changed together to create a bright, even, symmetrical smile. Done well, the result looks like a naturally perfect set of teeth rather than a row of white blocks. At DentReal in Konya the design is planned digitally, previewed on your own photographs and delivered by Dr. Ayşe Yavuz, our specialist in prosthodontics.
What a Hollywood smile includes
The term covers a combination of treatments rather than a single procedure. A typical case at DentReal involves some or all of the following:
- Digital smile design: photographs and scans are used to design the new tooth proportions in relation to your lips, face and smile line.
- Laminate veneers on teeth that are healthy but discoloured, chipped, slightly crooked or short.
- Zirconium or E-max crowns on teeth that are heavily filled, root-treated, cracked or badly positioned, where a veneer would not be strong enough.
- Teeth whitening for the teeth that are not being restored, so that the whole mouth matches.
- Gum contouring to correct a gummy smile or uneven gum line, usually done with a laser or fine surgical technique in the same visit.
- Preparatory work such as fillings, root canal treatment or an implant for a missing tooth.
The right mix depends on the condition of each tooth. We do not apply the same solution to every tooth; a veneer where a veneer is enough, a crown where a crown is needed.
Choosing the shade and shape: natural or bright?
The phrase Hollywood smile sometimes suggests very white, very uniform teeth. Some patients want exactly that. Most want something brighter and more even than what they have, but still recognisably theirs. Both are possible, and the choice is yours.
During digital smile design we show you the planned result on your own photograph. You choose the shade from a range that runs from natural white to bleach white, and the tooth shape from softer, rounded forms to squarer, more defined ones. We then make a mock-up in the mouth, a temporary layer of composite shaped like the final design, so you can see the new smile in the mirror and in daylight before any permanent work is done. Changes are made at this stage, not after the porcelain has been fitted.
Our recommendation: choose a shade that is bright but plausible for your skin tone and age, and a shape that follows the natural curve of your lower lip. This is what makes a smile look expensive rather than obviously done.
How Hollywood smile treatment works at DentReal
- Online consultationSend clear photos of your smile from the front and both sides on WhatsApp. Our prosthodontist assesses which teeth need veneers, which need crowns and whether whitening or gum contouring would help, and gives you an estimated cost.
- Day 1: examination, scans and designClinical examination, X-rays, digital impressions and photographs. Any teeth that need fillings or root canal treatment are dealt with first. Your new smile is designed digitally and shown to you.
- Day 2: mock-up and preparationThe design is transferred to your mouth as a mock-up for approval. Teeth are then prepared conservatively under local anaesthesia and temporary veneers or crowns are fitted the same day.
- Days 3 to 5: laboratory workOur ceramist fabricates the veneers and crowns from the digital design. You are free to explore Konya. Whitening of untreated teeth is done in this window.
- Day 6 or 7: try-in and fittingThe restorations are tried in without cement so you can check colour and shape. Once you approve, they are bonded permanently, the bite is adjusted and you receive aftercare instructions.
Materials: veneers versus crowns
| Restoration | Best for | Tooth preparation | Durability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Porcelain laminate veneer | Healthy front teeth needing a change of colour or shape | Minimal, 0.3 to 0.7 mm from the front surface | 10 to 15 years or more |
| E-max (lithium disilicate) crown | Front teeth that need full coverage with maximum translucency | Moderate | 10 to 15 years or more |
| Zirconium crown | Heavily restored, root-treated or back teeth; patients who grind | Moderate | 15 years or more |
All three are metal-free, so there is no grey line at the gum and no metal allergy risk. We use porcelain and zirconia from established manufacturers and layer or stain each restoration by hand so that no two teeth look identical.
Aftercare and how long a Hollywood smile lasts
Porcelain veneers and crowns do not decay or stain, but the teeth underneath and the gums around them still need care. Brush twice a day with a non-abrasive toothpaste, floss daily and have a professional cleaning once or twice a year. Avoid biting hard objects such as ice, pens or nutshells with your front teeth, and wear the night guard we provide if you grind your teeth.
With this care, laminate veneers and E-max crowns typically last 10 to 15 years or more, and zirconium crowns often longer. If a single veneer is ever chipped, it can be replaced individually because we keep your digital design on file.
Cost of a Hollywood smile in Konya
The cost depends on the number of teeth treated (typically 8 to 20), the mix of veneers and crowns, and whether whitening, gum contouring or preparatory treatment is required. Prices in Konya are substantially lower than in the UK, Ireland or Western Europe for the same materials and laboratory standards, and lower than in Turkey's coastal resort clinics because our clinic serves a local population year-round.
After your online consultation you receive a realistic estimate; after your examination in the clinic, a fixed itemised quote. The price includes design, mock-up, temporaries, the final restorations, all appointments and a night guard where indicated.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many teeth are included in a Hollywood smile?
Usually the teeth visible when you smile broadly: 8 to 10 upper teeth and often 8 to 10 lower teeth, so 16 to 20 in total. Some patients need only the upper arch. We show you on your photographs which teeth are visible and let you decide.
Is the treatment painful?
Tooth preparation is done under local anaesthesia and is painless. Some sensitivity to cold with the temporaries is normal and disappears when the final restorations are bonded. Gum contouring causes mild soreness for a day or two.
Will my teeth be filed down to pegs?
No. Veneers require removing a very thin layer from the front surface only. Crowns require more reduction, which is why we use them only where the tooth is already damaged or heavily filled. We preserve as much natural tooth as the case allows.
Can I see the result before you start?
Yes. You see a digital design on your photographs and a physical mock-up in your mouth before any tooth is prepared. The final porcelain is tried in before bonding so you approve the result at every stage.
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