Smile makeover in Istanbul
A smile makeover is a personalised plan that combines dental treatments to improve how your smile looks and works, starting from your diagnosis rather than a fixed package.
General information; it does not replace a dental examination.
What is a smile makeover?
A smile makeover is a personalised treatment strategy in which a dentist plans several dental treatments together to improve the health, function and appearance of your smile. Unlike a fixed package, it starts from your diagnosis and goals and may use conservative options such as whitening, bonding or aligners before veneers or crowns are considered.
Smile makeover or Hollywood Smile: what is the difference?
| Aspect | Smile makeover | Hollywood Smile |
|---|---|---|
| What the term means | The individual treatment strategy | A popular name for the aesthetic result: a bright, even smile |
| Starting point | Diagnosis: health, bite, gums and function | Mainly the look of the front teeth |
| Typical tools | Anything from cleaning and whitening to aligners, bonding, veneers, crowns or implants | Usually veneers or crowns, often with whitening |
| Result | Can be subtle and natural or a bigger change | Usually a clearly whiter, uniform smile |
If you are mainly interested in the classic bright result, read our Hollywood Smile guide.
Which treatments can a smile makeover combine?
- Health first: treatment of decay, gum disease or infection;
- Position: clear aligners or braces to straighten teeth before restorations;
- Colour: Teeth whitening;
- Shape: composite bonding, Laminate veneers or E-max veneers;
- Strength: zirconia crowns for weak or heavily filled teeth;
- Missing teeth: Dental implants or bridges;
- Gums: contouring of an uneven gum line.
How is a smile makeover planned?
- Examination, X-rays, photos and a digital scan.
- Discussion of your goals and the options, from least to most invasive.
- A digital smile design or a trial smile, so you can see the proposed shape.
- A written plan that may be phased: some steps in Istanbul, some later or at home.
- Treatment, final checks and written care instructions.
Why can a smile makeover take more than one trip?
If gum treatment, orthodontics or implants are needed, the teeth or tissues must heal or move before the final restorations. A good plan explains which steps can be done during your stay in Istanbul and which need a later visit; the exact days are in your written plan.
Who may benefit most?
- people with several concerns at once, such as colour, crowding and worn or missing teeth;
- people who prefer to keep as much natural tooth structure as possible;
- people whose bite or gum health needs attention before cosmetic work.
What should I ask before agreeing to a plan?
- Which options are the least invasive for my goal?
- Why is each tooth receiving a veneer or a crown?
- Can alignment or whitening reduce how much tooth needs to be prepared?
- What happens if a restoration chips or loosens after I return home?
What factors determine the cost of a smile makeover?
Because every plan is different, the cost depends on the number and type of treatments, materials and the number of visits. Ask for a written, itemised plan that shows each phase.
How does AVAN AESTH help?
AVAN AESTH is a patient coordination service, not a dental clinic. We share your photos with a licensed clinic in Istanbul for an initial assessment, help you compare options and organise appointments and travel. Diagnosis and treatment are the clinic’s responsibility.
Dental package conditions: hotel accommodation, VIP transfers, interpreter support and prescribed medication are included, and the X-rays taken in Istanbul are part of the package. Your written plan is prepared after the X-rays; if an additional procedure outside this plan becomes necessary, an extra fee is charged and you are informed in advance. You choose the shade of your veneers or crowns. We do not coordinate dental treatment for patients with diabetes. No advance payment is taken.
Related: dental treatments in Istanbul.
Sources: ADA MouthHealthy – Veneers; Cleveland Clinic – Dental veneers.
Frequently asked questions about smile makeover
Can I see a preview of my new smile before treatment?
Ask for a preview before any tooth is prepared: many plans use digital smile design or a temporary mock-up so you can see the proposed shape and proportions. Use it to discuss changes with the dentist before the final work is made.
Will my new smile look natural?
That depends on how shape, shade and proportions are planned for your face, lips and gums. Ask to try the shape and shade before the final work is fixed; no one can promise a particular result.
How long does the result last?
It depends on the materials, oral hygiene and habits such as teeth grinding. Restorations may need to be redone over time; regular check-ups help.
Can I have a smile makeover if I have gum problems?
Whether you are suitable is decided by the treating dentist after an individual assessment. Tooth decay and gum disease are usually treated first and the cosmetic part is planned afterwards; share your health history and medicines in advance.
Personalised treatment plan
Your individual package includes hotel accommodation, airport welcome, VIP transfers, interpreter support and the medicines prescribed by the treating professional. Your dates and length of stay in Istanbul depend on your treatment plan; before booking, confirm them in writing together with the number of hotel nights and aftercare arrangements.
Travel and length of stay
Ask for an individual schedule before booking flights. Confirm the number of visits, review appointments and when the treating professional expects you to be fit to travel. Some treatment plans require more than one visit.
Follow-up after returning home
After you return home, we follow up with you for 2 years and we get in touch with you ourselves: close follow-up in the first week, then once a month until month 6 and every 3 months until the end of the second year.
Request information →Plan your consultation
Tell us which treatment you are considering, your country and your preferred contact time. We will help you understand what information is needed for an initial assessment.
Planning your treatment
Before booking, discuss your goals, suitability, alternatives and risks with the treating professional. Request a written treatment plan and realistic expectations. The plan should be based on your individual assessment.
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