Dental

Smile Makeover

A tailored combination of aesthetic dental treatments, sequenced around your travel.

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Approach
Combined, tailored plan
Time in Istanbul
Depends on the plan
Planning
Digital smile design
Anaesthesia
Local, where needed
Overview

About Smile Makeover

A smile makeover is a plan that combines several treatments to improve how your smile looks, for example whitening, a few veneers or crowns, gum contouring and replacing old fillings.

Rather than applying one treatment to every tooth, the dentist looks at what each tooth actually needs. This often allows a more conservative result than a full set of veneers, while still achieving a balanced, natural-looking smile.

Suitability

Who it may be suitable for

  • A mix of concerns, such as colour, shape, gaps and old restorations
  • Wanting a natural result without treating every tooth
  • Healthy gums, or gum problems treated first
  • Flexibility to schedule treatment in stages if needed

These are general points only. Your dentist confirms what is suitable after an examination, which usually includes X-rays or a 3D scan, and may recommend a different or more conservative option.

The process

How it works

  1. Goals and photos

    You describe what you would like to change and share photos and any X-rays.

  2. Design

    The dentist plans the combination of treatments, often previewing the result digitally or with a mock-up.

  3. Sequencing

    Treatments are ordered so that, for example, whitening is done before matching the shade of new restorations.

  4. Treatment and review

    Each step is carried out and the overall result is checked for appearance, comfort and bite.

Aftercare

What to expect and aftercare

  1. Between appointments

    If your teeth are prepared, you wear temporary restorations while the final ones are made. They look reasonable but are less strong, so soft foods are sensible.

  2. Fitting day

    The final restorations are tried in, checked for fit, colour and bite, and then bonded or cemented in place.

  3. First weeks

    Some sensitivity and a short period of getting used to the new shape and bite are normal. Tell your dentist if your bite feels uneven, as small adjustments are simple.

  4. Long term

    Brush twice daily, clean between your teeth, avoid using your teeth as tools and keep regular check-ups and hygiene visits with your local dentist.

Timelines vary between people. Always follow the aftercare instructions from your treating clinic.

Good to know

Risks and considerations

  • Any parts of the plan involving veneers or crowns are irreversible for the teeth treated.
  • Combining treatments can extend the timeline or require more than one trip.
  • Restorations do not change colour with whitening, so the order of treatments matters.
  • Results depend on your starting point and cannot be guaranteed to match a photo or design exactly.
FAQ

Common questions

How is a smile makeover different from a Hollywood smile?

A Hollywood smile usually treats most visible teeth with veneers or crowns. A smile makeover picks the treatments each tooth needs, which may be fewer and more conservative.

Can I see the result before treatment?

Many clinics offer a digital design or a temporary mock-up so you can preview the shape and proportions before teeth are prepared.

How many trips to Istanbul will I need?

It depends on the treatment. Ceramic veneers and crowns are usually completed in one stay of around a week, while implants normally need two visits a few months apart to allow healing. Your coordinator confirms the schedule once the dentist has reviewed your X-rays or scan.

How is the cost decided?

The price depends on the number of teeth involved, the materials and any preparatory work the dentist finds necessary. You receive a written, itemised plan and quote before anything is booked, with no obligation to proceed.

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Next step

Talk to a coordinator about Smile Makeover

Share your details and a coordinator will reply with clear next steps. There is no obligation to proceed.

This page is general information, not medical advice; a treating clinician confirms your plan after assessment. ELAVIA Global coordinates care; clinical evaluation and treatment are delivered by independent, licensed partner facilities and their specialists.