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.
Last updated: 24 September 2026. 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: Zirconium 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 affects the cost?
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.
Related: dental treatments in Istanbul.
Sources: ADA MouthHealthy – Veneers; Cleveland Clinic – Dental veneers.
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.
Dental treatments
What is the difference between E-max veneers and zirconia crowns?
Material and restoration type are separate choices. A veneer covers part of a tooth; a crown provides broader coverage. The dentist assesses the tooth, bite, required preparation and suitable material.
How many visits does dental treatment in Istanbul require?
Some veneer or crown plans may fit into one trip. Implants may need healing between surgical and restorative stages and more than one visit. Confirm the schedule after dental assessment.
Do veneers or crowns require tooth preparation?
Preparation depends on the restoration and the tooth. Veneers may need limited preparation; crowns generally cover more of the tooth. Ask the dentist to explain how much natural tooth tissue will be removed.
Patient coordination
What does AVAN AESTH coordinate?
Depending on your written plan, coordination may include provider appointments, accommodation, transfers, interpreter assistance and follow-up communication. Healthcare professionals make diagnoses and final treatment decisions. Confirm all inclusions in your quotation.
Personalised treatment plan
Your individual package can include hotel accommodation, VIP transfers, airport welcome, interpreter support and medicines prescribed by the treating professional. Before booking, confirm in writing which services are included, the number of hotel nights, transfer routes, language support and aftercare arrangements. The scope depends on your treatment plan.
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
Confirm follow-up arrangements in writing before booking. Ask who to contact after returning home, how concerns will be assessed from abroad and which additional appointments or costs may apply.
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