What is a Hollywood smile?
A "Hollywood smile" isn't a single treatment but a complete cosmetic plan for a balanced, bright smile that suits your face. It may include veneers, zirconia or E-max crowns, whitening, gum contouring โ or a combination. The goal isn't unnaturally white teeth, but a natural, beautiful and comfortable smile.
What goes into designing it?
- Shade: a whiteness that suits your skin tone and eyes โ not artificially bright.
- Shape and length based on your face, lips and how you smile.
- Balance between the front teeth and the midline of your face.
- Gums: gum level and symmetry are key; if too much gum shows, we may start with gummy smile treatment.
Hollywood smile options
| Option | When it fits | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Porcelain / E-max veneers | Healthy teeth needing a change in colour and shape | Very natural look, stable colour |
| Zirconia / E-max crowns | Weak, heavily filled or root-treated teeth | Cover the whole tooth |
| Composite veneers | Minor to moderate changes at lower cost | Need periodic maintenance |
| Whitening | Good shape, just yellow colour | The simplest option if it's enough |
The process at our clinic
- Consultation: we listen to what you want to change and examine teeth, gums and bite.
- Treat the foundation first: decay, gum inflammation and bite problems. We don't skip this โ a beautiful smile on inflamed gums won't last.
- Design and preview: photos and impressions, often with a mock-up so you can see the expected result first.
- Preparation: conservative, careful preparation under local anaesthesia, with temporaries.
- Final fitting once you approve the shape and shade.
- Follow-up and advice to protect the result, such as a night guard for grinders.
How many teeth are included?
It depends on how wide your smile is. Some people need only the 6 front teeth; others need 8โ10 or more per arch so no difference in shade or shape shows when they smile broadly.
What determines the cost?
- The number of teeth.
- The material: porcelain, E-max, zirconia or composite.
- Lab quality and design precision.
- Preparatory treatment like gum treatment, gum contouring or root canals.
Frequently asked questions
Does a Hollywood smile damage teeth?
When properly planned, preparation is as conservative as possible. Over-filing healthy teeth is exactly what we avoid by choosing the right material and method for your case.
How long does a Hollywood smile last?
Porcelain and zirconia restorations last many years with good care; composite lasts less and needs maintenance.
Can I get a Hollywood smile without filing my teeth?
In selected cases, yes, using composite or ultra-thin veneers โ but not every case is suitable.
How many visits does it take?
Usually 2โ4, depending on the material and any preparatory treatment.
Design your smile with us
At Dr. Banan Alhawamdeh's clinic in Sweifieh, we design a smile that suits your face, built on healthy gums and teeth. See zirconia & veneers or book your consultation.