8 Smile Makeover Combinations Available at Serenity International Dental Clinic

A smile makeover is not a single procedure — it is a customised sequence of treatments designed to address all the elements of your smile simultaneously: colour, shape, alignment, proportion, and health. The power of a smile makeover lies precisely in treating everything together rather than piecemeal, because the final result is greater than the sum of its parts.

At Serenity International Dental Clinic, we have three locations across Vietnam — Hanoi (16 Chau Long, Ba Dinh), Da Nang, and Ho Chi Minh City — and we treat hundreds of smile makeover patients every year, including many international patients who combine treatment with their travel. The eight combinations below represent the most frequently chosen plans at our clinics, spanning every budget and every degree of change.

Before diving in, our dental costs page provides current pricing, and our overview of dental work in Vietnam explains what to expect from the process.

1. Whitening + Veneers on Upper Front Teeth

This is the most popular entry-level smile makeover — and for good reason. It delivers a dramatic change to the visible smile zone without touching the back teeth, and it is achievable in two to three appointments.

The sequence matters: whitening is done first, so the veneers can be matched to the new, brighter shade. Veneers are then placed on the upper front six to eight teeth (the teeth visible when smiling) to address any chips, staining that whitening cannot correct, uneven edges, or minor spacing issues.

The result is a uniform, bright, well-proportioned smile that looks entirely natural. This combination is well-suited to patients who are broadly happy with their teeth but want a noticeable improvement in brightness and regularity.

For detailed information on each component, see our veneers page and teeth whitening page.

2. Crowns + Implants for Missing and Damaged Teeth

When a patient has a combination of missing teeth and teeth that are heavily damaged — cracked, severely decayed, or root-filled — a crown-and-implant makeover addresses both issues comprehensively.

Implants replace the missing teeth, while dental crowns cap the damaged ones. The crowns and implant crowns are fabricated together so the shade, size, and shape of every tooth in the smile zone is coordinated. The result is a complete smile where every tooth is structurally sound and aesthetically uniform.

This combination is common among patients in their 40s and 50s who have accumulated a combination of missing teeth and failing restorations over the years. A single comprehensive treatment plan is often more cost-effective than addressing each tooth piecemeal over time — and the results are more predictable. Learn more about implants at our dental implants service page.

3. Invisalign + Whitening — Straighten Then Brighten

Clear aligner treatment followed by whitening is the most common makeover sequence for patients whose primary complaint is crooked or crowded teeth combined with discolouration.

Orthodontic treatment always precedes whitening in this combination, for two reasons. First, straightening creates a more even surface for the whitening agent to work on. Second, the shade achieved by whitening can influence any subsequent cosmetic work (like veneers) if the treatment plan evolves after alignment is complete.

The timeline for this combination is typically six to fourteen months for the aligner phase, followed by two weeks of professional whitening. The cost in Vietnam — including both treatments — is often less than the cost of Invisalign alone in Australia or the UK. See current pricing on our dental costs page.

4. All-on-4 + Zirconia Prosthesis for Full Arch Restoration

For patients who have lost most or all of their teeth — or whose remaining teeth are beyond saving — All-on-4 with a full-arch zirconia prosthesis is the most comprehensive and permanent solution available.

Four implants are placed in the jaw (using the denser bone at the front for the posterior implants, to maximise engagement without requiring bone grafting). A full-arch prosthesis containing all the upper or lower teeth is then fixed to these four implants. The prosthesis is fabricated from high-strength zirconia, which replicates the appearance of natural teeth and is highly resistant to staining and chipping.

The result is a complete, fixed, permanent set of teeth. Patients eat, speak, and smile as they would with natural teeth — no adhesives, no removal, no instability. For patients who have spent years managing dentures, All-on-4 is often described as life-changing. See our dental implants page for more detail on the All-on-4 procedure.

5. Composite Bonding + Whitening for Budget Smile Refresh

Not every smile makeover requires a large investment. For patients with good tooth structure who are dissatisfied with minor chips, small gaps, or overall dullness, composite bonding combined with whitening delivers a meaningful improvement at a fraction of the cost of veneer-based makeovers.

Composite bonding (also called composite veneers when applied to multiple teeth) involves sculpting tooth-coloured resin directly onto the teeth to correct shape, close gaps, or cover discolouration. Combined with professional whitening, this can transform a dull, irregular smile into something noticeably brighter and more uniform — entirely in a single visit.

The longevity is shorter than porcelain — composite typically lasts five to seven years before needing attention — but for patients seeking a significant improvement at a manageable cost, this combination is extremely practical. It is also fully reversible if circumstances change. For details on the differences between composite and porcelain approaches, read our post on 5 differences between composite and porcelain veneers in Vietnam.

6. Gum Contouring + Veneers for Gummy Smile Correction

Some patients dislike their smile not because of their teeth but because of their gum line. A “gummy smile” — one where excess gum tissue is visible when smiling — can make teeth appear short, square, or unbalanced even when the teeth themselves are perfectly healthy.

Gum contouring (gingivoplasty) reshapes the gum line using a laser or surgical technique, revealing more of the tooth surface and creating a more balanced gum-to-tooth ratio. When combined with veneers on the exposed teeth — which can now be shaped to the ideal length and proportion — the result is a dramatically more harmonious and attractive smile.

This combination requires careful planning: the final veneer shapes must be designed with the post-contouring gum position in mind. At Serenity International Dental Clinic, we use digital smile design to visualise both the gum and tooth changes before any treatment begins. Our veneers service page has more on what this process looks like.

7. Root Canal + Crown to Save and Restore a Damaged Tooth

This combination is not purely cosmetic — it is the standard treatment for a tooth that is badly decayed, cracked, or infected but can still be preserved. Root canal treatment removes the infected pulp and seals the root canals, eliminating the infection and pain. A dental crown is then placed over the tooth to restore its shape, strength, and appearance.

Many patients who arrive at Serenity International Dental Clinic expecting to have a tooth extracted discover that it can be saved. Preserving a natural tooth is almost always preferable to extraction and replacement — maintaining the original bone structure, the natural root, and avoiding the cost and time of an implant.

In a broader smile makeover context, a root canal and crown may be planned alongside whitening or veneers on adjacent teeth so that the restored tooth blends seamlessly with the refreshed smile zone.

8. Full Mouth Rehabilitation — Implants + Crowns + Veneers Combined

Full mouth rehabilitation is the most comprehensive form of smile makeover, addressing every tooth in both arches simultaneously. It is typically recommended for patients who have significant tooth loss, extensive wear from grinding (bruxism), multiple failing restorations, or a combination of functional and aesthetic problems that require a complete rebuild.

A full mouth rehabilitation at Serenity International Dental Clinic typically involves:

Dental implants to replace missing teeth
Crowns on back teeth to restore bite function
Veneers or crowns on front teeth to achieve the desired aesthetic
Possible orthodontic or gum treatment as prerequisite stages

The treatment is planned as a coordinated whole — the bite is rebuilt to the correct vertical dimension, and every restoration is fabricated to work together functionally and aesthetically. This is complex, skilled work that requires experienced clinicians, dental technicians, and precise digital planning.

For patients travelling from overseas, full mouth rehabilitation is typically completed across two or three trips to Vietnam. The first visit covers assessments, extractions, and implant placement. The second and third visits complete the restorative work. The cost savings versus equivalent treatment in Australia, the UK, or Europe are often substantial — enough to cover multiple return flights to Vietnam. Our dental costs page includes indicative pricing for full mouth rehabilitation.

How to Choose the Right Combination

The combination that is right for you depends on the current state of your teeth, your aesthetic goals, your budget, and your timeline. At Serenity International Dental Clinic, every smile makeover begins with a comprehensive assessment — including clinical examination, photographs, and digital imaging — followed by a treatment plan that we walk through with you in detail before a single treatment begins.

Whether you are looking for a simple refresh or a complete rebuild, our clinicians will design a plan that achieves your goals efficiently and transparently. Contact any of our three Vietnam clinics to book your smile makeover consultation.

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