Hollywood Smile: who is it right for, and who is it not?

Over the past 5 years the Hollywood Smile has become one of the most popular aesthetic dental procedures in Azerbaijan. It is not, however, the right choice for everyone.

What is a Hollywood Smile?

E-max (lithium disilicate) or zirconium veneers are bonded onto the tooth to give it an ideal shape, colour and size. The typical procedure:

1. 1Examination and imaging
2. 2Minimal reduction of the teeth (0.3-0.5 mm)
3. 3Temporary veneers (1 week)
4. 4Bonding of the permanent veneers

Who is it suitable for?

• Ideal candidates:
• Healthy gums
• Teeth naturally crooked but with a healthy root
• Good bite strength (no night-time clenching)
• An aesthetic concern, not a functional problem

Who is it NOT for?

• Those who should hold back:
• Active periodontitis (gum disease)
• Bruxism (night-time clenching) — the veneers break
• Too little enamel (root restoration comes first)
• An old silver filling that has not been replaced

Price dynamics

The price varies widely depending on the material chosen (E-max or zirconium), the number of teeth and the clinic. The exact amount can only be found out at a consultation, after an individual assessment.

Recommendation

At the consultation, ask the dentist to:

1. 1Measure the enamel thickness (panoramic X-ray)
2. 2Check the condition of the gums
3. 3Show you the result on a 3D model