The Hangover Part II Filmed at Smile Angels of Beverly Hills
A Beverly Hills Dental Office on the Big Screen
In 2010, Warner Bros. producers selected Dr. Bruce Vafa’s dental practice in Beverly Hills as the filming location for the opening dental office scenes in The Hangover Part II — the highly anticipated sequel to the 2009 blockbuster comedy.
The scenes, featuring Bradley Cooper, Ed Helms, and Zach Galifianakis as the “Wolfpack,” were shot inside the actual treatment rooms of Smile Angels of Beverly Hills. After production wrapped, the producers presented Dr. Vafa with a personalized thank-you plaque, which remains on display in the practice today.
The film was released worldwide on May 26, 2011, and grossed over $586 million at the box office.
Why This Office?
Beverly Hills has hundreds of dental practices, but very few have the combination of architectural character, professional credibility, and discretion that Hollywood location scouts look for. Dr. Vafa’s practice — operating at 9025 Wilshire Boulevard since the 1980s — offered:
- A fully equipped, professionally designed clinical environment ready for filming
- A central Beverly Hills location convenient to studio crews
- A team experienced in accommodating high-profile patients and respecting privacy
The opening dental office sequence, now featured in Warner Bros.’ official HBO Max promotional clip titled “The Hangover Part II — Trip to the Dentist”, was shot over multiple days at the practice.
Dr. Vafa's Hollywood Connection
The Hangover Part II isn’t an isolated moment in the practice’s history. Dr. Vafa has worked with talent agencies, actors, models, and entertainment professionals throughout his 40+ year career, providing both cosmetic dentistry for on-camera smile work and discreet, expert dental care for clients who require flexibility around production schedules.
His training — a DDS from 1984 and a Master of Science in Orofacial Pain and Oral Medicine from USC — has made him a long-standing choice for performers who need both aesthetic excellence and functional jaw health for their craft.
Visit the Practice
The producer plaque is displayed in the office and can be viewed during any appointment or consultation. If you’re a film history enthusiast — or just a fan of the Wolfpack — we welcome you to drop by.
Smile Angels of Beverly Hills 9025 Wilshire Blvd, Ste 450 Beverly Hills, CA 90211 (310) 201-9001
FAQ
Yes. The opening dental office scenes in The Hangover Part II (2011) were filmed inside Dr. Bruce Vafa’s practice at 9025 Wilshire Blvd, Beverly Hills. The producers presented Dr. Vafa with a thank-you plaque after production, which is displayed in the office.
The opening sequence set in Dr. Stu Price’s (Ed Helms) dental office — featured in Warner Bros.’ official HBO Max promotional clip titled “Trip to the Dentist.”
Yes. The plaque is displayed openly in the practice. Anyone visiting for an appointment, consultation, or cleaning can view it.
Yes. Dr. Vafa has partnered with several Los Angeles talent agencies and provides cosmetic dentistry, smile makeovers, and TMJ care to performers throughout the entertainment industry.
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