“My teeth — I think they’re fantastic. That’s going to change my life completely. It will.”
— Patient from England, treated by Dr. Selin Güven, DentSpa Istanbul
She came to DentSpa planning to treat just her top teeth. By the end of her first consultation, she decided to do the full smile. She went home with a result she had wanted for years — and a story she now shares with everyone who asks.
She is one of over 50,000 international guests we have treated since 2018. Their smiles and stories are on our Instagram (@dentspaint) and in our Smile Gallery at dentspa.com/smile-gallery — real patients, real results, no filters.
A Hollywood Smile is not reserved for celebrities or patients with unlimited budgets. That is one of the most persistent myths in cosmetic dentistry — and one we have spent seven years proving wrong.
Patients travelling to DentSpa from the UK or the US often find they have access to more advanced digital technology than their local private clinic offers at home. Our in-house CAD/CAM laboratory, iTero digital scanners, 3D CBCT imaging, and Digital Smile Design workflow are standard at DentSpa. They are not standard everywhere.
The cost gap is significant. In the United States, porcelain veneers cost $900 to $2,500 per tooth — a full Hollywood Smile of 20 teeth runs from $18,000 to $40,000 before consultation fees and aftercare are added separately. [4] In the UK, the British Dental Association confirmed in 2024 that unmet need for NHS dental care has reached 13 million adults, with cosmetic procedures receiving no NHS coverage at all. [5] Private UK pricing for a full smile makeover typically falls between £12,000 and £20,000.
At DentSpa, the same treatment — same internationally certified materials, same digital workflow, same clinical standard — is available as a fully managed package that includes your hotel and airport transfers. Our patients consistently save 60 to 75% compared to what they would pay at home, even after flights.
This page explains what a Hollywood Smile involves, how we approach it at DentSpa, what it costs, and what happens after you return home.
What is Hollywood Smile?
A Hollywood Smile is a full cosmetic smile makeover. It is not a single procedure — it is a personalised treatment plan covering multiple teeth, designed to correct colour, shape, alignment, and proportion in one coordinated process.
The most commonly used restorations are porcelain veneers and zirconia crowns, combined according to each patient’s clinical situation. Gum contouring, whitening, or composite bonding may be added where needed.
The result is a symmetrical, evenly white smile with natural-looking proportions. At DentSpa, we plan every case to look like your teeth — just better. Not a uniform row of identical white tiles, but a smile that fits your face.
Materials we use at DentSpa
- E-Max (lithium disilicate ceramic) — our standard for anterior veneers. Highly translucent, closely mimics natural enamel light refraction. Requires minimal tooth reduction of 0.3–0.5 mm. Clinical studies report survival rates above 94% at 10 years. [1][2]
- Zirconia crowns — stronger than E-Max, ideal for patients who grind their teeth or need posterior support. 20+ year lifespan. We use Prettau zirconia as standard.
- Composite veneers — available for patients who prefer a reversible, lower-cost option. Shorter lifespan of 5–7 years and less natural appearance than ceramic; we discuss this honestly during consultation.
Hollywood Smile Turkey Cost 2026
The cost difference between Turkey and Western countries is the reason most patients make the journey — and the gap is large enough to cover flights, hotel, and full treatment, and still represent a significant saving.
At DentSpa, a full Hollywood Smile — typically 16 to 20 E-Max veneers or zirconia crowns — is priced based on the number of teeth and materials selected. Our packages are all-inclusive: Digital Smile Design, X-rays, intraoral scans, temporary veneers, laboratory fabrication, final bonding, hotel, and airport transfers are all covered. We do not separate these out to make a headline number look lower.
To give context, here is how treatment costs compare in 2026: [3][4]
| Treatment | Turkey | UK | USA |
| Per tooth | $150–$350 | £500–£1,200 | $800–$2,500 |
| 10 teeth | ~$2,000–$3,500 | ~£8,000 | ~$15,000 |
| 20 teeth (full set) | $2,600–$5,000 | £12,000–£20,000 | $18,000–$40,000 |
The gap exists because of lower operational costs, laboratory overhead, and the exchange rate — not because of different materials or lower clinical standards. We use the same Ivoclar E-Max and Prettau zirconia found in premium practices in London or New York.
For UK patients, the situation at home adds urgency. The British Dental Association reported in late 2024 that over one in five NHS dentist posts in England are unfilled, and that unmet need for NHS dental care has reached 13 million adults. Cosmetic procedures receive no NHS coverage at all. [5] A full Hollywood Smile through a private UK practice typically costs £12,000 to £20,000 — compared to treatment at DentSpa, which represents a saving of 60–75% even after flights and accommodation are included.
Am I a Good Candidate?
A Hollywood Smile is suitable for adults who want to improve the appearance of multiple teeth. The most common starting points we see at DentSpa are:
- Teeth that are discoloured, stained, or do not respond to whitening
- Chips, cracks, or worn edges on the front teeth
- Gaps or minor spacing issues the patient wants to close
- An uneven smile line or asymmetry that affects confidence
- Old restorations — crowns or veneers — that no longer match or have deteriorated
If you have active gum disease, untreated decay, or other underlying issues, we address those before starting cosmetic work. A proper consultation at DentSpa includes X-rays, intraoral scans, a bite evaluation, and a thorough discussion of your goals — not a sales conversation.
We will also tell you if veneers are not the right option. Patients with severe misalignment may get better long-term results from orthodontics. We say this because it is true, not because it is what patients want to hear.
The Hollywood Smile Procedure at DentSpa — Step by Step
We complete a full Hollywood Smile in 5 to 7 days. Here is exactly how the process works:
Day 1 — Consultation and Digital Smile Design
Your DentSpa dentist examines your teeth, takes X-rays or 3D CBCT scans, and records full digital impressions using our iTero intraoral scanner. Our in-house Digital Smile Design team then produces a visual mockup showing your finished smile. You see the expected result — tooth shape, shade, proportions — before any preparation begins. This is not a rough sketch. It is a precise digital preview, and we do not move forward until you are satisfied with it.
Days 1–2 — Tooth Preparation and Temporary Veneers
A small amount of enamel — 0.3 to 0.5 mm for E-Max veneers — is removed from the front surface of each tooth under local anaesthesia. The procedure is not painful. Digital impressions are sent immediately to our in-house laboratory. Temporary veneers are fitted the same day, so you leave the clinic with a full smile while your permanent restorations are being made.
Days 2–5 — In-House Laboratory Fabrication
Our CAD/CAM laboratory produces your permanent veneers on-site. Working in-house means we can adjust shade, shape, or fit before the final bonding appointment — a flexibility that external laboratories cannot offer within a short stay.
Days 5–7 — Final Fitting, Bonding, and Check
Permanent veneers are tried in, checked for fit, colour, and bite alignment, then bonded with dental cement and set with a curing light. Any refinements are made at this appointment. We schedule a final check before your return flight. Your coordinator arranges your airport transfer and stays available by WhatsApp for any questions during your journey home.
Aftercare — What Happens After You Return Home
The aftercare question is the one patients ask us most often, and we take it seriously. Returning home after a dental procedure abroad is only straightforward if the clinic has thought through what happens next.
At DentSpa, our aftercare approach works as follows:
- Your DentSpa coordinator and clinical team are available via WhatsApp after you return home — for questions, photos, or concerns at any point
- Your complete treatment records can be shared directly with your local dentist to support continuity of care
- Our remote consultation service allows a video check-up if something needs clinical review without travelling
- Any minor adjustment that cannot be managed locally can be addressed on a return visit
Most patients find the transition home smoother than they expected. Your temporary veneers give you a preview of the result during your stay, so by the time the permanent restorations are fitted, you already know what to expect. The habits that protect the result long-term are simple: brush with a non-abrasive toothpaste, floss daily, avoid biting directly into very hard foods, and wear a night guard if you grind your teeth.
Why Patients Choose DentSpa
We have treated more than 50,000 international patients from over 50 countries since we opened in 2018. The majority of our Hollywood Smile patients come from the United Kingdom, France, Germany, and North America. We hold a 4.9 out of 5 rating across more than 2,500 verified reviews on Google and Trustpilot.
In 2024, DentSpa was awarded Best Dental Odontology Clinic in Europe by the European Awards in Medicine — evaluated on clinical outcomes, technology integration, and patient satisfaction.
Here is what that means practically:
- Clinical team Our specialist team includes oral and maxillofacial surgeons, implantologists, and cosmetic dentists — several holding PhDs and academic appointments. For a Hollywood Smile, your case is led by a cosmetic specialist with documented experience in complex aesthetic cases, not a generalist fitting veneers between other appointments.
- Technology We use iTero intraoral scanners, CAD/CAM in-house fabrication, 3D CBCT imaging, and Digital Smile Design as standard — the same digital workflow found in leading practices in the UK and US. The difference is that our in-house lab means faster turnaround and real-time adjustments within your stay.
- Coordination Every patient is assigned a dedicated coordinator from first contact to final aftercare. They manage your consultation scheduling, airport transfers, hotel, in-clinic translations — in English, Arabic, French, Spanish, Russian, Italian, German, or Turkish — and remain your point of contact throughout.
- Accreditation DentSpa holds ISO 9001 and ISO 10002 certifications and is licensed by the Turkish Dental Association, the Ministry of Health, and TURSAB. All materials are CE-approved and FDA-compliant.
Book Your Free Consultation
Send us your photos and tell us what you want to change. Your DentSpa coordinator will come back to you with a Digital Smile Design preview and a full treatment plan — at no cost and with no obligation to proceed. dentspa.com | WhatsApp available in 8 languages
References
[5] British Dental Association (BDA), November 2024 — NHS Dentistry: Fifth of Posts Vacant. 21% of NHS dentist positions unfilled; unmet need: 13 million adults.[6] Global Market Insights — Turkey Medical Tourism Market Report 2026. Market valued at $3.5 billion in 2025; 1.5 million international health tourists in 2024.
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