Veneers where your teeth are healthy, crowns only where a tooth needs one, and a shade that still looks like enamel. Planned with you in Istanbul and tried in before anything is bonded.
Veneers or crowns decided tooth by tooth, with the reason in writing
Mock-up in your mouth before any tooth is prepared
One trip of about 7-10 days in Istanbul
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Back to normalBack to normal within days; mild sensitivity possible
Overview
Hollywood smile in Turkey: what you need to know
A Hollywood smile in Turkey is a planned smile makeover: veneers where your teeth are healthy, crowns only where a tooth needs one, and a shade that still looks like enamel.
A Hollywood smile in Turkey is a complete redesign of the teeth that show when you smile, usually with porcelain veneers, E.max or zirconia crowns, or a mix of both. The name is marketing rather than a dental term: there is no single "Hollywood smile procedure". What you actually receive is a treatment plan for 8 to 20 teeth, and the quality of that plan decides whether the result looks natural or artificial. Miley Cyrus's veneers transformation is a good example of a change that still looks natural.
A well-planned Hollywood smile suits adults who have several cosmetic concerns at once: discolouration that whitening cannot lift, worn or chipped edges, small gaps, uneven lengths or old fillings and crowns that no longer match. It is not the right answer for someone who only dislikes the colour of otherwise healthy teeth, and it is never a way to "fix" gum disease or a bite problem.
Patients from the UK, Ireland, Germany, Austria and Switzerland come to Istanbul because the same ceramics (E.max by Ivoclar, monolithic and layered zirconia) and the same digital workflow cost considerably less than privately at home, and because the whole smile can be completed in one trip.
At Doctor Turka in Ataköy, Dr. Taha G and Dr. Hatice G plan each case with a 3D CBCT scan, a digital smile design and a mock-up you can see in your own mouth. Most patients need one trip of 7-10 days with 4-6 appointments. You leave your contact details, your coordinator calls you, a dentist assesses your case, and you receive a written, itemised plan that states which tooth receives which restoration and why.
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“I had my implants and zirconia crowns done here and I’m sooo happy with my new teeth!! 🥹 I was really nervous at first, but the dentists were honestly lovely. They explained everything and made me feel so comfortable. Everyone looked after me from start to finish, and my teeth look so natural. I can’t stop smiling now haha. Thank you all so much!! 🤍🦷”
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“I had my zirconium crowns done a couple of weeks ago and thought I'd share my experience because I know how difficult it can be to decide where to go. I spent ages looking at different clinics and reading reviews before finally booking.
I was a bit nervous when I arrived, mainly because I wasn't sure how my teeth would look afterwards. I really didn't want them to be too white or have that obvious fake look. The dentist was lovely and we talked about the colour and shape before starting, which made me feel a lot better.
The first few days were a little uncomfortable, especially with the temporary teeth, but nothing I couldn't manage. I actually asked to change the shape of my front teeth slightly during the fitting and they were completely fine with it. I'm so glad I did because the final result is exactly what I had in mind.
I've been home for a little while now and everything feels good. My friends keep saying I look different but they can't quite figure out why 😂 I think that's probably the nicest compliment I could get because I wanted them to look natural.
Also have to mention how helpful everyone was during my stay. I had a few questions along the way and always felt comfortable asking. Really happy with how everything turned out and glad I finally went ahead with it ❤️”
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“I had zirconia crowns fitted at Doctor Turka and I am very happy with my new smile. I wanted a result that suited me, so it mattered that the team listened to what I liked and what I was unsure about. They took my questions seriously and explained the treatment without making me feel rushed. The staff were friendly throughout my appointments, which made the whole experience easier. What I appreciate most is feeling comfortable smiling again. Thank you to everyone involved in my care.”
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Patient videos
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Real treatments at our clinic in Istanbul, filmed with the patients' consent. Ask us for cases similar to your Hollywood Smile case.
Questions about Hollywood smile? Talk to our team.
Our patient coordinator takes your questions; medical questions are answered by Dr. Hatice G and the team: whether Hollywood Smile suits you, how long it takes and what the alternatives are.
Before you travel, you know what happens on which day.
You leave your contact details and your coordinator calls you. A dentist assesses your case from that conversation and any existing X-ray you happen to have, and you receive a written, itemised plan with dates.
Examination, 3D CBCT scan, clinical photos and an intraoral scan. The dentist checks gums, old restorations and bite, and you discuss what you want to change.
The digital smile design is transferred into your mouth in tooth-coloured resin. You look, speak and smile with it, and changes are made before you approve it.
Under local anaesthetic, teeth are prepared as little as the design allows. You leave with temporaries in the approved shape.
The ceramics are made from the approved design. These are free days to rest and see Istanbul.
All veneers and crowns are tried in together. Shape, length and shade are checked in daylight before anything is fixed.
Final bonding and cementation, bite adjustment, polishing, night guard if needed and written aftercare and guarantee terms.
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What shapes your personal plan
Number of units: upper teeth only, or upper and lower (typically 8-20)
The mix of veneers and crowns, decided tooth by tooth
Material: E.max veneers, E.max crowns, monolithic or layered zirconia, or composite
Treatment needed first: fillings, root canals, gum therapy or extractions
Gum contouring to level the gum line
Whitening of teeth that are not restored, and a night guard for grinders
Package extras such as hotel nights and VIP transfers
Starting prices from our price list, next to typical private fees at home. Your exact price is in your written plan after a dentist’s assessment.
per treatment
USA€13,5853 (average)
UK€4,185 to €7,9056 (estimate)
Germany€7,200 to €16,0007 (estimate)
Istanbulfrom €2,445
UK, Germany, USA: published private fees, source numbers on the price list. Saving is calculated against the lower end of each range. Istanbul: our starting price. Your exact price is in your written plan after a dentist’s assessment. Sources
You save
up to 66%
compared with a private clinic at home, with the same implant systems and ceramics.
Digital diagnostics3D CT scan and intraoral scanning
Hygiene standardsProtocol-based sterilisation
Named dentistsYou know who treats you
English & GermanCoordinator at every appointment
In-depth guide
What a Hollywood smile in Turkey actually is
"Hollywood smile" is a marketing term, not a treatment. It describes a result that people associate with film stars: straight edges, even colour, no gaps. The dentistry behind it can be very different from one patient to the next. For one person it means eight thin veneers on healthy teeth; for another it means replacing six old crowns, placing four veneers and whitening the lower teeth.
That is why the most useful question is not "how much is a Hollywood smile?" but "what exactly will be done to each of my teeth, and why?". A careful plan answers that tooth by tooth. A careless one treats every tooth the same way, which is how healthy teeth end up crowned and smiles end up looking artificial.
A good Hollywood smile has three components:
A design based on your face, lips and gums, agreed with you before treatment
The least invasive restoration for each tooth that achieves that design
A shade and surface that behave like natural enamel in daylight
Who a Hollywood smile suits, and who it does not
It suits adults with healthy gums and a stable bite who have several cosmetic concerns at once: colour, worn edges, chips, small gaps, uneven lengths or mismatched old restorations.
A Hollywood smile is not the right choice, or needs a different plan, if:
your only concern is colour and the teeth are otherwise healthy. Professional teeth whitening changes colour without touching enamel.
you have active gum disease. It must be treated and stable first, or the gums can recede and expose the margins.
your teeth are markedly crooked. Veneers can mask mild crowding, but larger misalignment usually needs aligners first; otherwise too much enamel has to be removed to "straighten" teeth with porcelain.
your bite has collapsed or several teeth are missing. Then the smile is part of a full mouth reconstruction, not a cosmetic makeover.
you are under about 18. Teeth and gums are still changing.
you grind heavily and will not wear a night guard. Ceramics will chip.
you want the brightest white possible regardless of how it looks. We will advise against it.
The main alternatives are whitening, composite bonding, orthodontic alignment with clear aligners, or a combination of these with a few veneers only where they are needed.
Shade chosen with you
Colour is selected together, in daylight, so the result suits your face, skin tone and neighbouring teeth.
Veneers or crowns: decided tooth by tooth
The biggest difference between a natural Hollywood smile and "Turkey teeth" is this decision. A veneer covers the front surface and usually needs 0.3-0.7 mm of enamel reduction. A crown covers the whole tooth and needs roughly 1-2 mm all round. Laboratory studies have estimated that a full crown preparation removes around two thirds of the visible tooth structure, compared with a small fraction for a veneer.
Tooth situation
Usual choice
Reason
Healthy, discoloured or slightly misshapen
Veneer (E.max or feldspathic)
Bonds to enamel, keeps most of the tooth
Small, worn or spaced
Minimal-preparation veneer or composite
Adds material rather than removing it
Large old filling or broken corner
Crown or partial crown
Veneer would have too little to bond to
Root-treated and darkened
Crown, sometimes after internal bleaching
Masks the dark core, protects a brittle tooth
Existing crown in wrong colour
New crown
Old crowns cannot be whitened
Missing tooth
Implant or bridge
Planned into the same design
Premolars in a wide smile
Veneer, or whitening only
Depends on how visible they are
Molars
Usually left alone
Rarely visible; treated only if damaged
Your written plan should list every tooth with its restoration and reason. You can read more about each option on our porcelain veneers and dental crowns pages.
How many teeth: 8, 10, 16 or 20 units
The number of units depends on your smile width, meaning how many teeth show when you smile broadly.
8 upper units (canine to canine plus first premolars) suit narrower smiles.
10 upper units suit most people, because the second premolars show in a full smile. Leaving them untreated can create a dark "buccal corridor" or a visible colour step.
16-20 units (upper and lower) are needed only when the lower teeth are clearly visible and cannot be matched by whitening.
Lower teeth are often less visible than people expect. If they are healthy, whitening them to match the new upper shade is frequently enough. More units is not a better result; it is more tooth structure removed and more restorations to maintain.
Hollywood smile design: the principles behind a natural result
Digital smile design starts with photos and videos of your face, not with the teeth. The dentist and technician then work through a series of reference points. None of them is a rigid rule; they are guides that are adjusted to your face.
The gum line
The gum line frames the teeth. Ideally the gum margins of the central incisors and canines sit at a similar height, with the lateral incisors slightly lower. Small asymmetries can be corrected by gum contouring before the veneers are made. In a full smile, up to about 2 mm of gum showing is generally considered pleasing.
Proportion and shape
A natural central incisor is usually about 75-80 % as wide as it is long. The "golden proportion" is often quoted, but applied strictly it makes many smiles look narrow. Shapes are softened or squared to suit your face and age; very uniform, rectangular teeth are a common sign of over-design.
Edge position and smile line
At rest, most adults show 1-3 mm of the upper central incisors below the lip, with less display as we age. When you smile, the incisal edges should follow the curve of your lower lip. A flat, straight line of edges is one of the fastest ways to make a smile look artificial.
Shade, translucency and surface
Natural teeth are not one colour. They are warmer near the gum, lighter in the body and slightly translucent at the edge. Good ceramics reproduce that gradient. A useful rule of thumb is that teeth should not be whiter than the whites of your eyes. The extreme "bleach" shades can suit a small number of fair-skinned faces, but on most people they look opaque. Surface texture matters too: slight texture reflects light like enamel, while a glassy flat surface looks like plastic.
Your personal plan
Options, sequence and timing are discussed with you before anything is booked, in plain language.
Materials compared
Material
Preparation
Look
Typical lifespan in studies
Best for
E.max veneers
0.3-0.7 mm enamel
Very natural, translucent
Often 10-15+ years
Healthy front teeth
E.max crowns
About 1-1.5 mm all round
Very natural
Often 10-15 years
Weakened front teeth
Layered zirconia
1-1.5 mm all round
Natural, slightly less translucent
Often 10-15+ years
Heavily restored teeth, heavier biters
Monolithic zirconia
0.5-1 mm all round
Brighter, more opaque
Often 10-15+ years
Back teeth, grinders
Composite veneers
None or minimal
Good at first, dulls with time
Often 4-8 years
Reversible or interim changes
Reviews of long-term studies report survival rates for porcelain veneers of roughly 90-95 % after about ten years, with comparable figures for well-made all-ceramic crowns. Grinding, smoking and poor gum health lower those numbers.
Avoiding over-treatment and "Turkey teeth"
The smiles that gave "Turkey teeth" its reputation usually share three features: healthy teeth crowned instead of veneered, a single opaque bleach shade, and teeth made too long, too thick or too uniform. Each is avoidable. Our article on Turkey teeth and how to avoid them goes into the background.
In practice, protection comes from process:
A written plan that justifies every crown.
A mock-up in your mouth, so you judge thickness and length before preparation.
Preparation guided by the mock-up, removing only what the design needs.
A try-in of all restorations together, in daylight, before bonding.
Your right to say no to a shade or shape at any stage before cementation.
Your Hollywood smile in Istanbul, day by day
Most patients need one trip of 7-10 days. The laboratory needs several working days between preparation and try-in, so the free days are part of the schedule.
Day
What happens
Day 1
Arrival, VIP transfer to the hotel
Day 2
Examination, 3D CBCT, photos, intraoral scan; draft smile design discussed
Day 3
Fillings or hygiene if needed; mock-up in the mouth, changes, approval
Day 4
Preparation under local anaesthetic; temporaries in the approved design
Days 5-6
Laboratory work; free days in Istanbul
Day 7
Try-in of all veneers and crowns, shade checked in daylight
Day 8
Final bonding and cementation
Day 9
Bite check, polishing, night guard, aftercare briefing
Day 10
Flight home or buffer day
If root-canal treatment, gum surgery or implants are needed, the plan may change or need a second visit. Flying straight after veneers or crowns is generally fine because no surgery is involved. How it works explains travel, packages and the coordinator's role.
What it feels like
Preparation is done under local anaesthetic, so most people feel pressure and vibration rather than pain. Veneer preparation stays mostly in enamel. With temporaries, cold sensitivity is common. After bonding, it usually takes a week or two for speech and the feeling of the new edges to settle.
Care explained to you
Before you fly home, the team shows you how to clean and look after your new teeth.
Risks and how they are reduced
Chipping or debonding, mostly linked to grinding or biting hard objects. Reduced by correct material choice, a bite check and a night guard.
Sensitivity, usually temporary. Reduced by conservative preparation.
Nerve inflammation, more likely after aggressive crown preparation, sometimes needing root-canal treatment. Reduced by choosing veneers where possible.
Gum irritation or recession, if margins are poorly fitted or gum disease is present. Reduced by treating the gums first and checking margins at try-in.
Aesthetic disappointment, when the design was not agreed beforehand. Reduced by the mock-up and try-in.
Lifespan and maintenance
With good care, ceramic veneers and crowns often last 10-15 years and frequently longer. Lifespan depends far more on habits and maintenance than on the country where the work was done. Brush twice a day, clean between the teeth daily, wear your night guard if you have one, and see a dentist at home every 6-12 months for a check-up and cleaning.
Hollywood smile vs other smile makeover options
Option
Tooth reduction
Changes
Time
Good for
Veneer-led Hollywood smile
Minimal
Colour, shape, small gaps, mild crowding
7-10 days
Healthy teeth, several concerns
Crown-led makeover
Moderate to high
Colour, shape, strength
7-10 days
Heavily filled or root-treated teeth
Composite bonding
None to minimal
Shape, chips, small gaps
2-4 days
Smaller changes, reversibility
Whitening
None
Colour only
1-2 days
Healthy teeth, colour only
Clear aligners
None
Position
Months
Crooked but healthy teeth
How to choose a clinic for a Hollywood smile in Turkey
Reviews and before-and-after photos help, but they show results, not process. Look for photos in natural light, close up and from the side, not only filtered front views. Then ask every clinic the same questions:
Who designs and carries out my treatment?
Which teeth get veneers, which get crowns, and why?
How much tooth will be removed?
Will I see a mock-up in my mouth before preparation?
Is there a try-in before bonding?
What is in the written plan, quote and guarantee?
Who do I contact after I fly home?
Red flags include a fixed number of crowns offered before anyone has examined you, pressure to decide quickly, a shade chosen from a phone screen and no try-in.
What shapes your treatment plan and quote
The quote follows the plan, not the other way round. It depends on the number of units, the mix of veneers and crowns, the materials, any treatment needed first (fillings, root canals, gum therapy), gum contouring, whitening of untreated teeth and package extras. Starting prices are on our dental costs in Turkey page, and our guide to what a Hollywood smile package includes explains the details.
Guarantee and follow-up from home
Before you leave, the bite is checked, restorations are polished and a night guard is made where needed. You receive written aftercare instructions and written guarantee terms, which are explained in your plan. Back home, your coordinator remains your first contact in English or German. Small issues such as a high spot on the bite can usually be solved by a local dentist following our notes; larger questions are reviewed by Dr. Taha G or Dr. Hatice G, who advise on the next step.
Included in your package
Everything arranged, one point of contact
Treatment planTooth by tooth, agreed with you in writing
Clinical checksThe examinations your dentist considers necessary
AccommodationArranged for you when it is part of your written plan
TransfersAirport · hotel · clinic, as set out in your plan
Personal coordinatorEnglish and German, 7 days a week
Follow-upWritten guarantee terms and support after you return home
What exactly is included is set out in your personal, written plan.
Answers about Hollywood Smile. Not listed? Ask us directly.
What is a Hollywood smile in Turkey?
It is a marketing name for a complete redesign of the visible teeth, usually with porcelain veneers, crowns or both. There is no single procedure: the plan depends on your teeth. In a good plan, healthy teeth receive veneers, weakened teeth receive crowns, and the shape and shade are designed around your face and previewed with a mock-up before any tooth is prepared.
What does an all-inclusive Hollywood smile package include?
At Doctor Turka a package can include hotel nights, VIP transfers between airport, hotel and clinic, and a personal coordinator who speaks English and German. Diagnostics such as the 3D CBCT scan, the smile design and mock-up, temporaries and the final restorations are itemised in your plan, so you can see exactly what is and is not included before booking flights.
Should I have veneers or crowns?
Veneers wherever the tooth is healthy enough, because they need only about 0.3-0.7 mm of enamel reduction on the front. Crowns are for teeth that are already weakened by large fillings, fractures or root-canal treatment. Your written plan should state the choice and the reason for every tooth. Be cautious of any plan that crowns all healthy front teeth.
How many days do I need in Istanbul?
Most patients need one trip of 7-10 days with 4-6 appointments. The laboratory needs several days between preparation and try-in. If you need root-canal treatment, gum surgery or implants first, the schedule may be longer or split into two trips, and your coordinator will tell you before you book.
How long does a Hollywood smile last?
Ceramic veneers and crowns often last 10-15 years and frequently longer; long-term studies report survival rates for porcelain veneers of roughly 90-95 % after about ten years. Composite lasts less long, often 4-8 years. Grinding, smoking, biting hard objects and missed check-ups shorten lifespan; a night guard and regular cleaning extend it.
How do I avoid "Turkey teeth"?
Ask for a tooth-by-tooth plan that explains every crown, a mock-up in your mouth before preparation, a realistic shade and a try-in before bonding. Avoid clinics that fix the number of crowns before examining you or push for a decision. Our article on Turkey teeth explains the background.
Can I have a Hollywood smile if I grind my teeth?
Often yes, but it changes the plan. The dentist checks for wear and muscle tension, may choose stronger materials such as zirconia on some teeth, and will make a night guard that you need to wear every night. Without a guard, the risk of chipping and debonding is much higher.
What happens if a veneer comes off after I return home?
Keep it safe and contact your coordinator. A loose veneer that is intact can often be re-bonded by a local dentist following our notes; if a restoration is damaged, Dr. Taha G or Dr. Hatice G will advise on the next step. What is covered is set out in your written guarantee terms, which are explained in the plan.
How much is a Hollywood smile in Turkey?
It depends on the number of units (often 8-20), the mix of veneers and crowns, the materials, and any treatment needed first such as fillings, root canals or gum therapy. Gum contouring, whitening of untreated teeth and a night guard can also be part of the plan. You receive a written, itemised quote before you travel. Our starting prices are on the dental costs in Turkey page.
How many teeth are included in a Hollywood smile?
Usually 8-10 upper teeth, depending on how many show when you smile broadly, and sometimes a similar number of lower teeth. Lower teeth are only included if they are clearly visible and cannot be matched by whitening. More units is not better: every additional restoration means more enamel removed and more to maintain.
Will my teeth be shaved down?
For veneers, a thin layer of enamel is usually removed so the veneer sits flush and looks natural; for small or worn teeth, preparation can be very minimal. For crowns, the tooth is reduced on all sides. The term "shaved into pegs" describes crown preparation on healthy teeth, which a careful plan avoids. The mock-up guides how much is removed.
Does a Hollywood smile hurt?
Preparation is done under local anaesthetic, so most people feel pressure and vibration rather than pain. Sensitivity to cold with temporaries and some gum tenderness are common for a few days. Speaking with the new edges usually settles within one to two weeks. If you are anxious, tell your coordinator early so the appointments can be planned accordingly.
How white should my new teeth be?
White enough to look healthy, not so white that they look opaque. A useful guide is that teeth should not be whiter than the whites of your eyes. Natural-looking ceramics are slightly warmer at the gum and translucent at the edge. You choose the shade with the dentist at the mock-up and again at the try-in, in daylight.
How can I judge Hollywood smile reviews and before-and-after photos?
Look for close-ups in natural light and side views, not only filtered front shots, and for cases similar to yours. Reviews tell you about communication and organisation; they cannot show how much enamel was removed. Our before and after page shows cases with context, and your coordinator can explain what was done in each.
Is Istanbul better than Antalya or Izmir for a Hollywood smile?
The city matters less than the clinic, the dentists and the process. Istanbul has direct flights from most UK, Irish, German, Austrian and Swiss airports all year and a large dental laboratory infrastructure. Whichever city you consider, ask the same questions about the plan, mock-up, try-in and aftercare.
Will a Hollywood smile look natural?
It should. A natural result comes from veneers on healthy teeth, crowns only where needed, a shade matched to your face and a mock-up you approve first. See how famous smiles were really done, for example Cristiano Ronaldo's teeth before and after.
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