Actor, Football career, Professional wrestling career
Known for
WWE SmackDown (2012 – 2026)
Zootopia 2 (2025)
Rumble (2021)
The Wrong Missy (2020)
Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw (2019)
The Jetsons & WWE: Robo-WrestleMania! (2017)
Countdown (2016)
The change wasn’t immediate but definitely noticeable for Roman Reigns. After years of being used to a rugged, natural Roman Reigns’ look, fans were not prepared for the super white, flawless teeth reveal. The moment he came back in 2020 with an incredibly white and perfectly even set of teeth, the internet suddenly went crazy (as usual).
Roman Reigns’ teeth in 1998
roman reigns in 1998 | 2006 | 2018
Back in ’98, Joe Anoa‘i was just a Pensa-cola high school athlete whose smile had the natural typical teenager characteristics: a bit off-white and totally appropriate for a guy whose attention was mostly on the football field rather than the screen.
Roman Reigns’ teeth in 2001
roman reigns in 2001
Then, in 2001, Roman was a college football player at Georgia Tech. His teeth at that point were natural and showed the slight wear that you would expect with a defensive tackle, but there were still no indications of any cosmetic dental procedures.
Roman Reigns’ teeth in 2005
roman reigns in 2005
Roman’s professional football career was quite short and he didn’t really change his smile. His teeth were quite healthy but slightly crowded with the normal discoloration from doing a high-impact sport.
Roman Reigns’ teeth in 2007
roman reigns in 2007
When he started marrying pro wrestling his image was far from polished. At that point, his looks were so natural that it seemed he hadn’t yet thought about the major aesthetic enhancements that are so characteristic of his appearance today.
Roman Reigns’ teeth in 2010
roman reigns in 2010
Roman was often seen showing his teeth in promos while he was in FCW. These were very masculine and solid but they didn’t have that Hollywood, star factor that he got later on.
Roman Reigns’ teeth in 2015
roman reigns in 2015
Roman’s “Big Dog” persona was greatly boosted by the fact that he was still chewing and presenting his original set to the camera. Although they seemed alright on TV, the exhausting wrestling matches together with some hits in the ring resulted in some slight yellowness and chips visible on the teeth.
Roman Reigns’ teeth in 2020
roman reigns in 2020
It’s the turning point. Roman went on break from wrestling due to his health issues and the COVID pandemic and after a while, he unexpectedly reappeared at SummerSlam 2020 sporting a totally new set of Porcelain Veneers. A whole flood of pictures and memes featuring “Roman Reigns Teeth” and him showing off a perfect, super-white smile came through the whole social media. Some took it very seriously, making some comparisons of Roman’s bright teeth to Ross Geller’s in Friends and to professional flashlights.
Roman Reigns’ teeth in 2026 (Now)
roman reigns in 2026
In the year 2026, Roman Reigns is comfortable in his new smile. The initial “shock” of the teeth’ brightness has subsided as the veneers have “settled” (or perhaps during a maintenance visit he chose a shade closer to a natural one). Undeniably, he still is the epitome for a modern wrestling superstar: both athlete and movie star Roman Reigns’s teeth: Hollywood Smile Roman’s teeth can be technically categorized as a Hollywood Smile. In this context, it is not simply about bleaching; it is a case of full veneers.
Veneers: Very thin layers of porcelain or material for composites, created specifically for a patient’s teeth to cover the teeth.
Objective: To change the tooth color, the form of the teeth, and the overall tooth arrangement.
The Outcome: A perfectly uniform, bright white look that can appear impeccable even under the harshest stadium lighting and in the clearest 4K-camera shots.
Hollywood Smile in Turkey
Even though Roman probably worked with a very well-known dentist who does celebrities from the United States, some fans keen on appearing like the “Tribal Chief” take a look at Turkey. By being recognized as the main international location for dental tourism, Turkey has “Hollywood Smile” offers that cost only a fraction of those in the USA or the UK.
Note: “Turkey Teeth” is a term that has become widely popular recently. It is the very white, high-gloss veneers that enable one to be instantly transformed to a celebrity status leap.
Yes, Roman Reigns underwent a cosmetic dental transformation in 2020, opting for porcelain veneers. He debuted his new look during his return at SummerSlam, marking a shift in his "Tribal Chief" persona.
Roman decided to upgrade his smile during his 2020 hiatus to better suit his new heel character and Hollywood aspirations. The procedure corrected minor misalignments and provided a much brighter, more uniform appearance.
Prior to 2020, Roman had slightly crooked natural teeth, which many fans found endearing and authentic. Those have since been covered or corrected by the application of his permanent veneers.
While "fixed" usually implies a medical issue, Roman had his teeth aesthetically enhanced for a more polished look. The procedure involved placing veneers over his natural teeth to achieve the perfect "Hollywood" aesthetic.
While the roots and structure of his natural teeth remain, the visible surface consists of high-quality porcelain veneers. In the world of cosmetic dentistry, they are considered permanent dental prosthetics rather than "fake" teeth.
There was a brief moment in WWE history where Roman appeared to have a "black" or missing tooth after a scripted brawl. This was typically just theatrical blood or a temporary selling of an injury, as his actual veneers are brilliantly white.
Roman Reigns has porcelain veneers, which are thin, durable shells bonded to the front of his natural teeth. This is a common procedure for celebrities to ensure their smile looks perfect under high-definition cameras.
Prof. Dr. Coşkun Yıldız
Dentistry
Prof. Dr. Coşkun Yıldız, an internationally recognized and licensed dentist with distinguished expertise in implantology and cosmetic dentistry, has medically reviewed this article to ensure the highest standards of accuracy, reliability, and relevance. With decades of combined clinical and academic experience, Prof. Dr. Coşkun Yıldız delivers evidence-based, up-to-date insights that align with the latest global dental technologies, treatments, and best practices—empowering readers to make informed, confident decisions about their oral health and dental care.
No, the procedure does not hurt at all. Patient comfort is a top priority in modern aesthetic dentistry. The process is minimally invasive and performed under local anesthesia, ensuring you feel no pain. While you might experience some mild, temporary sensitivity to hot or cold beverages for a few days afterward, it subsides very quickly. Advanced digital dentistry and precise fitting techniques greatly minimize gum irritation, allowing you to enjoy your powerful new smile almost immediately.
Yes, his restorations are definitely different from standard veneers. For professional athletes involved in high-impact contact sports, standard porcelain veneers are often not the primary choice. Instead, we typically utilize full-coverage restorations or advanced materials like monolithic Zirconia. These materials provide maximum fracture resistance against heavy physical trauma while still allowing us to craft the flawless, bright aesthetic you see in the ring.
Yes, it is absolutely possible to achieve an ultra-white smile without it looking fake. The key to preventing an artificial, “plastic” appearance lies in the optical properties of the materials we use. We avoid flat, opaque ceramics; instead, we carefully build layers of highly translucent porcelain. By recreating the natural light-reflecting qualities of real enamel and adding subtle micro-textures to the surface, we can achieve an ultra-bright white shade that still looks vibrant and completely organic.
6 comments
Marcus
2026-04-24T11:51:58-03:00 at 11:51 AM
Roman’s transformation is unbelievable! Does getting a full smile makeover like his hurt?
Reviewed by Prof. Dr. Coşkun Yıldız
2026-04-24T12:16:24-03:00 at 12:16 PM
No, the procedure does not hurt at all. Patient comfort is a top priority in modern aesthetic dentistry. The process is minimally invasive and performed under local anesthesia, ensuring you feel no pain. While you might experience some mild, temporary sensitivity to hot or cold beverages for a few days afterward, it subsides very quickly. Advanced digital dentistry and precise fitting techniques greatly minimize gum irritation, allowing you to enjoy your powerful new smile almost immediately.
David R.
2026-04-28T09:27:08-03:00 at 9:27 AM
How do Roman Reigns’ teeth not break when he wrestles? Are his veneers different?
Reviewed by Prof. Dr. Coşkun Yıldız
2026-04-28T09:43:02-03:00 at 9:43 AM
Yes, his restorations are definitely different from standard veneers. For professional athletes involved in high-impact contact sports, standard porcelain veneers are often not the primary choice. Instead, we typically utilize full-coverage restorations or advanced materials like monolithic Zirconia. These materials provide maximum fracture resistance against heavy physical trauma while still allowing us to craft the flawless, bright aesthetic you see in the ring.
Jake
2026-04-29T09:32:46-03:00 at 9:32 AM
I want my teeth as white as Roman’s, but I’m afraid they will look fake. How do you prevent this?
Reviewed by Prof. Dr. Coşkun Yıldız
2026-04-29T09:47:29-03:00 at 9:47 AM
Yes, it is absolutely possible to achieve an ultra-white smile without it looking fake. The key to preventing an artificial, “plastic” appearance lies in the optical properties of the materials we use. We avoid flat, opaque ceramics; instead, we carefully build layers of highly translucent porcelain. By recreating the natural light-reflecting qualities of real enamel and adding subtle micro-textures to the surface, we can achieve an ultra-bright white shade that still looks vibrant and completely organic.