How long does the Digital Smile Design process take?

Typically 1-2 days at the clinic. Day 1: photos, 3D scan, computer design (1-2 hours actively + lab time). Day 2: mock-up placement, your decision time (30-60 minutes), iterations if needed. Once approved, treatment proceeds immediately or on a future visit.

Is the mock-up reversible?

Yes, completely. The mock-up is built over your existing teeth using a temporary composite material — no drilling, no tooth removal. At the end of the session, the prosthodontist removes the mock-up entirely. Your natural teeth are unchanged.

Can I see DSD designs before flying to Turkey?

Yes — limited preview. Send us 5 high-quality smile photos via WhatsApp, and our DSD specialist creates a preliminary 2D rendering within 48 hours. This shows the general direction of changes (color, shape, length). For full 3D design and mock-up, you need to come in person.

How accurate is the final result vs the design?

Very accurate, when done correctly. Our master ceramist physically fabricates the veneers/crowns based on the approved digital design — same shape, same color, same characterization. Variations are within 0.1-0.2 mm, imperceptible to anyone but the dentist.

No — DSD is included in every veneer, crown, and Hollywood smile treatment at WeCare. We do not consider it an add-on; it is our standard quality protocol. Standalone DSD consultation (without proceeding to treatment) is also available.

What if I want a totally different smile after seeing my DSD?

No problem — DSD is precisely designed for this exploration. You can request unlimited iterations during your consultation visit. Most patients try 1-2 alternative directions before committing. We do not start any tooth preparation until you sign written approval.

Can DSD plan combined treatments (implants + veneers)?

Yes. DSD handles complex cases including implants (placement and crown design), veneers, gum recontouring, and orthodontic preview. The 3D model accommodates all treatment modalities, so you see the final result before any individual procedure.

What software does WeCare use for DSD?

Multiple platforms depending on case complexity: Smile Cloud (Coachman protocol), exocad DSD, 3Shape Smile Design, and Digital Smile Design Plus. Each has strengths for different scenarios. Our team is certified on all four.

Digital Smile Design in Turkey | WeCare Dental Antalya

Digital Smile Design (DSD) is a comprehensive planning protocol developed by Dr. Christian Coachman that combines photography, video, 3D scanning, and software analysis to design and preview a customized smile makeover before any treatment begins. At WeCare Dental Clinic in Antalya, every Hollywood smile, veneer, and crown patient goes through DSD as part of our standard process — because we believe you should see your new smile before you commit to it.

Why Digital Smile Design Matters

Traditional smile makeovers were "let's see what comes out" — the dentist would prepare your teeth, send impressions to a lab, and 1-2 weeks later you'd see the result. If you didn't like it, the dentist would have to start over (expensive) or you'd have to live with it (worse).

DSD eliminates this gamble. Before any tooth is touched, you see:

1. Computer-rendered 3D simulation of 3-5 alternative smile designs

2. Acrylic mock-up placed over your existing teeth so you can smile in different lights, take selfies, and ask family for opinions

3. Final approval in writing before any drilling

This is the same protocol used by top cosmetic dentists in Beverly Hills, Madison Avenue, and Harley Street.

The DSD Process at WeCare

Step 1: Comprehensive Photography (15 min)

We take 12-15 high-resolution photos of your face and smile from different angles:

Full face at rest

Full face with natural smile

Full face with full smile (all teeth showing)

Profile views (left and right)

Lips at rest

Close-up of smile (different angles)

These photos capture the relationship between your face, lips, and existing teeth — the data needed to design a smile that fits *your* face, not a generic Hollywood template.

Step 2: Intraoral 3D Scan (10 min)

A handheld 3D scanner (no goopy molds) captures the exact 3D shape of your existing teeth. Combined with the photos, this creates a complete digital model.

Step 3: 3D Computer Design (1-2 hours)

Our DSD specialist runs the data through DSD software (Smile Cloud, exocad, or 3Shape Smile Design) to design 3-5 alternative smile options:

Subtle improvement — natural shape, brightened by 2-3 shades, minor alignment fix

Confident bright — brighter and slightly more uniform, smile zone reshaped

Hollywood standard — bright, symmetrical, modeled after celebrity references you choose

Maximum brightness — BL2-OM3 ultra-bright, very symmetrical, dramatic transformation

Each option is rendered in 3D over your face photo so you see the impact in your face, not in isolation.

Step 4: Acrylic Mock-Up (45 min)

Using a temporary composite material (similar to white putty), the prosthodontist places a mock-up of the chosen design directly over your existing teeth. The mock-up is non-invasive — no drilling, no tooth removal, just sculpted onto the surface.

You leave the chair with the mock-up in your mouth. Walk to a window. Smile in natural light. Take selfies. Ask family for opinions over WhatsApp. Eat lunch with it. Live with it for 30-60 minutes.

Step 5: Final Approval (or Iteration)

You return to the chair. If you love it, we proceed to actual treatment (veneers, crowns, etc.). If you want changes — shape, length, color, smile line — we redo the mock-up at no cost. We iterate until you are 100% satisfied.

The mock-up is removed at the end. Your natural teeth are completely unchanged.

What Makes WeCare's DSD Different?

Master ceramist consults on every design — Our chief ceramist (15+ years E.max experience) reviews every DSD before approval, so the design is technically achievable in porcelain.

3-5 design alternatives per patient — Not just one option. You compare side-by-side.

Mock-up in your mouth — Not just on a screen. Real-world testing in real lighting.

Free iteration — We redo the mock-up as many times as you need until you are satisfied. Typical patient does 1-2 iterations.

Photographic record — All photos and 3D scans saved permanently. If you want to refresh the design 10 years later, we have your baseline.

Common DSD Questions Answered

"Can I bring a celebrity reference smile?"

Yes — patients often bring photos of celebrities (Beyoncé, Halle Berry, Bella Hadid, Cristiano Ronaldo, Brad Pitt) and we incorporate elements that fit your face shape. We never copy exactly because what works on one face won't work on another, but we use the reference for color, shape, or alignment direction.

"What if my teeth are crooked or missing?"

DSD handles complex cases beautifully. Missing teeth are simulated as implant + crown in the mock-up. Crooked teeth are virtually straightened, then the design is adjusted. You see the final result before any orthodontics or implants.

"Can DSD predict the long-term result?"

Yes — within reason. The 3D model + photos let our team predict how the design will age (lip support over years, gum line changes, tooth wear patterns). We optimize for 15+ year stability, not just immediate aesthetics.

"What treatments work with DSD?"

Veneers, crowns, Hollywood smile makeovers, full mouth reconstructions, implants, orthodontic planning, gum contouring (gummy smile correction). Anything cosmetic-and-functional benefits from DSD.

Who Should Use Digital Smile Design?

You should use DSD if:

You're getting any cosmetic dental treatment (veneers, crowns, Hollywood smile)

You want to compare multiple smile options side-by-side

You're paying for a major investment and want a guarantee of the result

You want to share the design with family before deciding

You're traveling internationally for dental treatment

If you're getting a single filling or root canal, DSD is overkill — but for any smile-zone work, it's the gold standard.

What is Included in the DSD Package?

12-15 high-resolution facial and smile photos

Intraoral 3D scan

3-5 alternative smile designs (computer-rendered)

Acrylic mock-up (placed and removed)

1-2 mock-up iterations

Photographic before/after documentation

4-star hotel night (if standalone)

Airport transfers (if combined with treatment)

Multilingual consultation

Why WeCare for DSD?

DSD-certified specialists — Our team has completed Dr. Coachman's DSD training program (the standard).

In-house master ceramist — Designs are translated directly to porcelain by the same team. No translation loss between digital and physical.

3D photographic studio on-site — Professional photography setup, controlled lighting, calibrated cameras.

Free with any veneer or crown treatment — DSD is included automatically for any cosmetic treatment, not an extra charge.

WhatsApp +90 551 086 83 68 with a smile photo for a free preliminary smile analysis within 24 hours.

Digital Smile Design — Preview Your Perfect Smile Before You Commit