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Author: Dr. Dương Thị Thùy Nga — Cosmetic Dentist, BeDental
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Medically Reviewed: Dr. Nguyễn Thị Trang — Chief Clinical Officer, BeDental
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BÁC SĨ DƯƠNG THỊ THÙY NGA
💬 Dimpled cheeks are one of the most sought-after facial features. But patients who have them often tell us the same thing: “My dimples only show when I smile fully — and I don’t smile fully because I’m self-conscious about my teeth.” That’s the real problem we can solve.
Quick Answer
Dimpled cheeks appear most prominently when you smile widely and genuinely. A smile makeover — whitening, veneers, or orthodontics — doesn’t affect the dimples themselves, but it removes the barrier that stops you from smiling fully. The result: your dimples finally get seen.
1. The Anatomy of a Dimple
Dimples form because the zygomaticus major muscle (the muscle responsible for pulling the corners of the mouth up when you smile) is shorter than usual or has an unusual attachment to the overlying skin. When you smile, the muscle pulls inward, creating the characteristic indentation.
This is important to understand: dimples are entirely independent of teeth and jaw structure. No dental procedure affects them. They can only become more or less visible depending on how widely and naturally you smile.
2. Why Your Smile Affects How Much Your Dimples Show
The zygomaticus major activates most strongly during a genuine, wide smile — what researchers call a Duchenne smile (named after the 19th-century neurologist who first documented it). A restrained or self-conscious smile uses less muscle activation, creating shallower or absent dimples.
The connection to dentistry: people who are self-conscious about their teeth instinctively suppress their smile. They smile with closed lips, or only partially open — which doesn’t engage the zygomaticus major fully, and the dimples don’t appear.
After a smile makeover, the inhibition disappears. Patients who previously avoided smiling in photos begin smiling freely — and their dimples show up in every frame.
3. Smile Makeover Options That Work With Dimpled Cheeks
Teeth Whitening — Fastest impact
If your teeth are in good position but stained or dull, professional whitening is the fastest way to build smile confidence. At BeDental, in-office whitening takes 60–90 minutes.
Shade recommendation for patients with dimples: A1 or B1 — bright but natural. The contrast between white teeth and warm skin tones around dimples creates a beautiful visual balance.
Veneers — Shape and size optimisation
For patients with dimples, the smile line matters particularly. An upward-curving smile line — where the biting edges of the upper teeth curve slightly upward to follow the lower lip — creates the widest, most genuine-looking smile. This is the smile that fully engages the dimple-creating muscles.
Invisalign / Orthodontics — For misaligned teeth
When teeth are crowded or protruding, orthodontic treatment creates a wider, more balanced arch. A wider arch = a wider smile = more dimple visibility.
4. Smile Design at BeDental — What to Expect
At our Hai Bà Trưng branch (Hanoi) and Quận 1 branch (Ho Chi Minh City), BeDental uses Digital Smile Design (DSD) to simulate your new smile digitally before any treatment begins. For dimple patients, we specifically focus on:
- Smile line curvature to maximise full-width smile
- Tooth size proportion to fill the smile frame without overpowering
- Shade selection to complement your skin tone and facial features
Dr. Dương Thị Thùy Nga notes: [Doctor adds personal experience with dimple patients and how their confidence changed after treatment…]
5. Pricing
| List | Time | Unit | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Răng giả tháo lắp (Xem thêm...) | |||
| Răng giả nhưa thường (Xem thêm...) | 2 ngày | 1 hàm | 4.000.000 ~ 157$ |
| Giá Hàm nền nhựa dẻo Flexible acrylic partial denture | 2 ngày | 1 hàm | 5.500.000 ~ 216$ |
| Giá Hàm khung kim loại thường Cast metal partial denture | 2 ngày | 1 hàm | 4.500.000 ~ 177$ |
| Giá Hàm khung Titan Titanium partial denture | 2 ngày | 1 hàm | 6.000.000 ~ 236$ |
| 2. Răng giả (Xem thêm chi tiết...) | 2 ngày | ||
| Giá Răng giả hàm tháo lắp nhựa nội Acrylic resin teeth -made in Vietnam | 3 ngày | 1 răng | 350.000 ~ 14$ |
| Giá Răng giả hàm tháo lắp nhựa Mỹ Acrylic resin teeth -made in USA | 2 ngày | 1 răng | 600.000 ~ 24$ |
| Giá Răng giả hàm tháo lắp sứ Porcelain teeth backed with metal | 2 ngày | 1 răng | 1.800.000 ~ 71$ |
| Máng nâng khớp Denture occlúion | 2 ngày | 1 răng | 1.000.000 ~ 39$ |
| 3. Phục hình cố định : Non-removable denture | |||
| Răng sứ có gắn kim loại (Xem thêm chi tiết...) | |||
| Giá Răng sứ kim loại thường (Ni,Cr) Porcelain teeth backed with metal (Ni,Cr) | 3 ngầy | 1 răng | 1.800.000 ~ 71$ |
| Giá Răng sứ kim loại Vivadent france (Cr,Co) Porcelain teeth backed with metal Vivadent France (Cr,Co) | 3 ngày | 1 răng | 1.800.000 ~ 71$ |
| Giá Răng sứ kim loại Jelenko USA (Cr,Co) Porcelain teeth backed with metal Jelenko USA (Cr,Co) | 3 ngày | 1 răng | 2.000.000 ~ 79$ |
| Giá Răng sứ kim loại titan Porcelain teeth backed with titanium | 3 ngày | 1 răng | 3.500.000 ~ 138$ |
| Răng phi kim loại : (Chi tiết hơn) | |||
| Giá Răng sứ Katana (bảo hành 7 năm) Veneer sứ Katana Nhật Bản | 3 ngày | 1 răng | 3.500.000 ~ 138$ |
| Veneer sứ Venus đến từ Đức ( (7 năm Warantee) (Tìm hiểu thêm...) | 3 ngày | 1 răng | 4.000.000 ~ 157$ |
| Mặt dán sứ Veneer Roland từ Đức (Bảo hành 10 năm) (Xem chi tiết...) | 3 ngày | 1 răng | 4.800.000 ~ 189$ |
| Mặt dán sứ Roland HD từ Đức (bảo hành 10 năm) (Xem chi tiết...) | 3 ngày | 1 răng | 5.900.000 ~ 232$ |
| Mặt dán sứ Ceramil của Đức (bảo hành 10 năm)(Xem chi tiết...) | 3 ngày | 1 răng | 6.000.000 ~ 236$ |
| Mão sứ Emax của Đức (bảo hành 15 năm) | 3 ngày | 1 răng | 7.000.000 ~ 275$ |
| Mặt dán sứ Htsmile của Đức (Bảo hành 15 năm) (Xem chi tiết...) | 3 ngày | 1 răng | 7.000.000 ~ 275$ |
| Mặt dán sứ Veneer Emax của Đức (bảo hành 15 năm) (Xem chi tiết...) | 3 ngày | 1 răng | 9.000.000 ~ 354$ |
| Mặt dán sứ Cercon của Đức (Bảo hành 15 năm) (Xem chi tiết...) | 3 ngày | 1 răng | 7.000.000 ~ 275$ |
| Veneer sứ Nacera của Đức (bảo hành 10 năm) | 3 ngày | 1 răng | 10.000.000 ~ 393$ |
| Giá Răng sứ Lava 3M Premium Plus ( bảo hành 15 năm) (Tìm hiểu thêm...) | 3 ngày | 1 răng | 9.000.000 ~ 354$ |
| Mặt dán sứ Lava 3M Plus từ Mỹ (Xem chi tiết...) | 3 răng | 1 răng | 12.000.000 ~ 472$ |
| Giá Răng sứ Lisi Press (bảo hành 15 năm) (More detail...) Porcelain Veneer Lisi from Japan (More detail...) | 3 ngày | 1 răng | 12.000.000 ~ 472$ |
| Giá Răng sứ kim cương (Bảo hành trọn đời) Porcelain Veneer Diamond from USA | 3 ngày | 1 răng | 16.000.000 ~ 629$ |
→ Full price list: bedental.vn/en/dental-price-list
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→ bedental.vn/dental-tourism · 0934.61.9090 (WhatsApp/Zalo)
6. Frequently Asked Questions
Will veneers affect my dimples?
Not at all. Veneers are placed on the front surface of the teeth. Dimples are formed by muscle movement in the cheek — a completely separate anatomical structure.
What smile line shape is best for showing dimples?
An upward-curving smile line (where the biting edges follow a gentle upward arc) creates the widest, most genuine-looking smile — which activates the dimple muscles most fully.
Can teeth whitening alone make a difference?
Yes — if your main hesitation is tooth colour, whitening alone can significantly increase how naturally and widely you smile, which in turn shows your dimples more.
How long does a smile makeover take at BeDental?
Whitening: 1 session (90 minutes). Veneers: 2–3 sessions over 2–3 weeks. Invisalign: 12–24 months. The DSD consultation is free and takes 30–45 minutes.
I live overseas — can I get a smile makeover at BeDental in one trip?
For whitening and bonding, yes — completable in 1–2 days. For full veneer cases, 2 visits over 2 weeks is ideal. BeDental’s dental tourism team handles scheduling, accommodation recommendations, and follow-up care.
References
- Otta E et al. The effect of smiling and of head tilting on person perception. Journal of Psychology, 1994.
- American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. Smile Design Principles, 2023.
⚕️ Reviewed by Dr. Nguyễn Thị Trang — BeDental. For informational purposes only.
📸 Suggested image: “confident smile woman” (Unsplash) · Alt: “Smile makeover results at BeDental Vietnam”
See also:
→ Porcelain veneers guide
→ Teeth whitening at BeDental
→ Dental tourism Vietnam
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