Top vs Bottom Grillz: Which Row to Order (or Both)
pick the row that shows your smile.
Top grillz are the safer first choice for most wearers because the upper front teeth show the most when you smile, while bottom grillz suit people whose lower teeth show more when they talk or rap. Customized Grillz makes custom grillz for the top row, the bottom row or both, from a minimum order of 12 pieces.
Top, bottom or both: where each row earns its place.
Everyday smiles
A top grill catches the eye every time the wearer smiles, which makes the upper row the natural pick for daily wear and casual photos.
Performers and rappers
Artists who talk and rap on stage often show their lower teeth more than their upper ones, so a bottom grill reads clearly on camera and in crowds.
Crew and group sets
Groups can give everyone a matching top grill and let the leader add a bottom row, keeping the lineup coordinated with one standout piece.
Statement full sets
Top and bottom grillz worn together create the full-mouth look, ideal for shoots, video sets, events and anyone who wants maximum shine.
Engraved name pieces
Lettering and logos usually sit on the top row where the surface faces forward, while a plain or cut-out bottom keeps the design balanced.
Iced showpieces
Stone-set work is often placed on the top grill for the biggest sparkle, with a polished solid bottom grill to frame it without competing.
Custom grillz styles you can order.
The right row for every mouth in the order.
Customized Grillz quotes top, bottom and full sets in one order, so a crew can match on the top row while individuals add a bottom piece. Every grill is made from its wearer's own impression, and you pay nothing until the design is approved.
- Mix top, bottom and full sets in one order
- Each row fitted from its own impression
- Free mockup within 24 hours
Custom grillz built row by row.
Rows
Order a top grill, a bottom grill or a matched set of both. Each row is a separate removable piece made from its own impression.
Styles
Solid gold, silver and platinum, open face, cut-out and engraved designs, and diamond or stone-set grillz on either row.
Quantities
Minimum order of 12 grillz. One group order can mix top-only, bottom-only and full sets around a shared design.
Timing
Free mockup within 24 hours with unlimited revisions, then standard turnaround of about 2 weeks after design approval.
Should I get top grillz or bottom grillz?
Most first-time buyers should start with top grillz, because the upper front teeth are what people see when you smile, laugh or pose for a photo. Bottom grillz are the better pick if your lower teeth show more than your upper ones, which is common for people with a lower lip that sits low or who talk and rap with their mouth wide open.
A simple test settles the question: stand in front of a mirror, talk normally for a minute and smile the way you do in photos. Whichever row shows more is the row your custom grill should cover first. If both rows show about the same, a full set is worth considering.
Customized Grillz makes custom grillz for either row, and the choice does not change how ordering works. You still get a free mockup within 24 hours, unlimited free revisions and standard turnaround of about 2 weeks after approval.
How do top and bottom grillz compare side by side?
Top and bottom grillz differ mainly in visibility, feel and how much design space they offer. The table below compares the two rows and a full set on the points buyers ask about most.
| Factor | Top grillz | Bottom grillz | Full set (both) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visibility in a smile | High, the row people notice first | Lower, unless the lower lip sits low | Highest, both rows on show |
| Visibility when talking or rapping | Good | Often very good | Highest |
| Design space | Larger forward-facing surface for engraving and stones | Smaller teeth, simpler designs read best | Room to split the design across rows |
| Feel and speech | Most wearers adapt quickly | Can feel more noticeable to the tongue at first | The longest adjustment period |
| Impressions needed | Upper only | Lower only | Upper and lower |
| Best for | First grill, daily wear, engraved names | Performers, low-lip smiles, a second piece | Shoots, events, statement looks |
None of these points make one row better in every case. The right answer depends on how your mouth moves and where you want the grill to be seen.
Which grillz style works best on the top row versus the bottom row?
Detailed styles usually work best on top grillz, while bottom grillz look strongest in clean, bold designs. The upper front teeth are wider and face forward, so engraving, lettering and stone settings read clearly from a distance. Lower teeth are narrower and sit partly behind the lip, so fine detail can get lost.
- Engraved and cut-out designs: put names, initials and logos on the top row, covered on our open face, cut-out and engraved designs page.
- Diamond and stone-set work: the top row gives the most sparkle, while an iced bottom grill makes a loud pairing for a full set. See diamond and stone-set grillz.
- Solid polished metal: works well on either row and is the easiest way to make a bottom grill frame an iced top.
- Single tooth caps and fangs: a lighter alternative when only one or two teeth on a row need coverage, on our single tooth caps and fangs page.
Customized Grillz shows both rows together in the mockup for full sets, so you can judge the balance before anything is made.
Is a full set of top and bottom grillz worth it?
A full set of top and bottom grillz is worth it when the grill is the centerpiece of the look, such as for a performer, a video shoot, a big event or a signature piece a wearer plans to keep for years. For daily wear, many people find a single row more comfortable and easier to live with.
A full set also doubles the fitting work. Each row is a separate removable piece made from its own impression, so the wearer needs a clean upper and a clean lower mould. If either impression has bubbles or tears, that row has to be redone, which can delay the whole set.
The price of a full set is driven by the same things as any custom grill: the metal, how many teeth each row covers, the cut and any stones. Customized Grillz quotes each row clearly so you can compare a single row against a full set before deciding. Ask on the custom quote page.
Can a group order mix top grillz, bottom grillz and full sets?
Yes. Customized Grillz lets one order mix top-only, bottom-only and full sets, as long as the order reaches the minimum of 12 grillz. Crews, wedding parties and brands often use this to keep everyone matching while letting individuals choose how much they wear.
- Agree on one shared design, metal and finish for the group.
- Ask each wearer which row shows more in their smile, or whether they want both.
- Collect an upper impression, a lower impression or both from each person, matching their choice.
- Approve one mockup that shows how the top and bottom versions relate.
- Production starts after approval, with standard turnaround of about 2 weeks.
A common pattern is a matching top grill for every member and a full set for the leader, the groom or the headline artist. The group still reads as one look, while the lead piece stands out. Our group headcount and reorder guide explains how to count pieces when rows vary.
How does fitting differ for top and bottom grillz?
Fitting for top and bottom grillz follows the same process, but each row needs its own impression, and lower impressions are often harder to take well. The tongue sits close to the lower teeth and can push into the putty, so wearers taking a bottom mould should keep the tongue back and hold steady until the putty sets.
Every Customized Grillz order includes guidance on taking impressions, and our mould kits and fitting page explains how kits are sent for bulk orders. For a full set, take the upper impression first, rinse, then take the lower one with fresh putty.
Once the grill arrives, wearers usually notice a bottom piece more at first because the tongue rests against it. Speech normally settles as the wearer gets used to the grill. Take any piece out to eat, and clean both rows the same way after wear.
From your logo to delivered grillz in four steps.
Send your artwork
Upload your logo or describe the idea and tell us the quantity you have in mind.
Get a free mockup
A designer returns a mockup of your grillz with the artwork in place. Unlimited free revisions.
Approve the design
Nothing is produced until you approve the mockup, and you pay nothing before that.
Receive your order
Standard production is about two weeks after approval; faster turnaround is available with express shipping.
Custom grillz for top and bottom grillz, answered.
Do top grillz or bottom grillz show more in photos?
Top grillz usually show more in photos because a typical posed smile lifts the upper lip and exposes the upper front teeth. Bottom grillz show more for people whose lower lip sits low or who smile with the mouth open. Customized Grillz suggests checking a few of your own recent photos before choosing which row to order.
Can I order a bottom grill without a top grill?
Yes, a bottom grill can be ordered on its own. Customized Grillz makes bottom-only pieces from a lower impression, in the same metals and styles as top grillz. Many performers and people with a low lower lip prefer a bottom-only grill because that row is what people see when they talk, rap or laugh with the mouth open.
Are bottom grillz harder to get used to than top grillz?
Bottom grillz can feel more noticeable at first because the tongue rests against the lower teeth. Most wearers adjust to the feel and to speaking with the piece after regular wear. Top grillz are often the easier row to get used to, which is one reason many buyers choose the upper row for their first custom grill.
Should the top and bottom grillz in a full set use the same metal?
A full set of grillz usually uses the same metal on both rows so the look stays consistent from top to bottom. Some wearers deliberately pair a stone-set top with a polished solid bottom in the same metal. Customized Grillz shows both rows together in the mockup, so you can confirm the pairing before production starts.
How do I take a good lower impression for a bottom grill?
A clean lower impression for a bottom grill starts with keeping the tongue pulled back so it does not push into the putty. Press the tray evenly over the lower teeth, hold still until the putty sets and remove it gently. Customized Grillz includes impression guidance with every order and will ask for a retake if a mould is unclear.
Can a full set have different designs on the top and bottom rows?
Yes, a full set of grillz can carry different designs on each row. A common approach is engraving or stones on the top grill with a simpler solid or cut-out bottom grill that frames it. Customized Grillz mocks up both rows together, so you can see whether the two designs balance before you approve anything.
Do top-only and bottom-only grillz count toward the same minimum order?
Top-only grillz, bottom-only grillz and individual rows of a full set all count toward the minimum order of 12 grillz at Customized Grillz. A group can reach the minimum with any mix of rows, as long as each piece is built from a clear impression of the wearer's teeth and the overall design is approved together.
Which grillz row is better for engraved lettering?
The top row of grillz is usually better for engraved lettering because the upper front teeth are wider and face forward, giving each letter more room to read. Lettering on bottom grillz can work with short words or bold initials. Customized Grillz will suggest the cleanest placement in your free mockup within 24 hours.
Can I add a bottom grill later to match a top grill I already ordered?
A bottom grill can be added later to match an existing top grill, as long as the wearer supplies a fresh lower impression and the original design details are on file. Customized Grillz recommends keeping the approved mockup so a matching piece follows the same metal, finish and style. Later additions still follow the standard minimum and turnaround.
Do full grillz sets take longer to make than a single row?
Full grillz sets follow the same standard turnaround of about 2 weeks after design approval as a single row. Delays on full sets usually come from impressions, because both the upper and lower moulds must be clear before production. Customized Grillz suggests collecting both impressions early when an order has a fixed event date.
Will a bottom grill affect how I talk?
A bottom grill can change how some sounds feel for a short time, because the tongue touches the lower teeth often while speaking. Most wearers find their speech feels normal again after wearing the piece regularly. A grill should always be removed to eat, and anyone with a dental concern should speak with a dentist before ordering.
Which row should a crew match on if not everyone wants a full set?
A crew that wants matching grillz but not full sets for everyone usually matches on the top row, because that is the row that shows most in group photos. Leaders or headline members can add a bottom grill in the same design. Customized Grillz handles mixed rows in one order with a single shared mockup.
Do diamonds look better on top grillz or bottom grillz?
Diamonds and set stones usually look most striking on top grillz because the upper teeth catch light when the wearer smiles. Iced bottom grillz suit performers whose lower teeth show while rapping or talking. Customized Grillz can place stones on either row or both, and the free mockup shows how much sparkle each option gives.
Is a top and bottom grillz set two separate pieces?
A top and bottom grillz set is made as two separate removable pieces, one for each row. Each piece is fitted from its own impression, so the upper and lower grillz can be worn together or on their own. Customized Grillz recommends cleaning and storing both rows the same way after every wear.
How do I decide between top grillz and bottom grillz before requesting a quote?
Deciding between top and bottom grillz is easiest with a mirror test: talk and smile naturally and note which row shows more. Include that row, or both, in your quote request along with metal and style. Customized Grillz will return a free mockup within 24 hours, and you pay nothing until you approve the design.
Can a single row of grillz cover only some of the front teeth?
A single row of grillz can cover just part of the visible front teeth rather than the whole row. Partial coverage is a common choice for a lighter look on either the top or bottom. For one or two teeth, single tooth caps are another option. Customized Grillz will confirm the coverage in the mockup before production.
Ready to see your grillz with your logo?
Free mockup within 24 hours. Minimum order 12. Standard turnaround about 2 weeks, faster available. You pay nothing until you approve the design.
Related pages
- Get a free custom grillz quote
- How ordering custom grillz works
- Mould kits and fitting in bulk
- Open face, cut-out and engraved designs
- Diamond and stone-set grillz
- Single tooth caps and fangs
- How many custom grillz should your group order?
- Bulk Custom Grillz with Logo: How to Order for 100+ Wearers
- Custom Grillz Timeline: How to Plan Backward From Your Event Date
- Diamond Cut Grillz in Bulk: Faceted Custom Grillz for Groups
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