To use vampire teeth, rinse the fangs in cool water, line them up with the points facing down over your upper front teeth, press gently until they sit, and close your lips over them. A one-piece set like our Boieo kids vampire teeth (white plastic, about 2.6 × 1.8 in / 6.5 × 4.5 cm, 1 piece) needs no glue or fitting beads, so it goes in and out in seconds.
Below: how to put vampire fangs on, the three main types and how each one is applied, vampire teeth vs werewolf teeth, and costume ideas built around a set of fangs.
How to put on vampire teeth, step by step
Putting on one-piece plastic fangs takes about 30 seconds: rinse, orient, press over the upper teeth, close the lips, then practice talking.
- Rinse first. Wash your hands and rinse the fangs in cool running water. Skip hot water, which can soften or warp thin plastic.
- Check the piece. Run a finger along the edges. If anything is cracked or chipped, don’t use it.
- Orient it. The fang points face down and the smooth curved front faces out, so the two long teeth land roughly where your own pointed teeth (the canines) are.
- Press gently. Seat it over the upper front teeth with light pressure. Don’t bite down hard to force it.
- Close your lips. Your upper lip helps hold the piece in place. A slightly parted smile shows the fangs best in photos.
- Practice in a mirror. Say a few sentences. Most people lisp a little at first; slow, slightly exaggerated speech is clearer.
Take the fangs out to eat, drink, play sports or sleep. A loose plastic piece in the mouth during those activities can be swallowed or inhaled, so treat fangs as a photo-and-party prop, worn in short stretches.
What are vampire teeth called?
Costume vampire teeth are usually called fangs; in a real mouth, the pointed teeth they copy are the canines, also called cuspids or eye teeth.
Prop fangs come in three main styles. The one you have decides how you apply it, so check before you start.
| Fang type | How it’s applied | Time to put on | Good for | Trade-offs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| One-piece plastic fangs (ours) | Slip over the upper front teeth, hold with the lips | Under a minute, no prep | Kids, school parties, quick photos | Larger in the mouth; speech changes more |
| Individual fang caps with fitting beads | Beads are softened per the kit’s directions, pressed into the cap, then molded onto a single tooth | 15–30 minutes the first time | Adult cosplay, close-up photos | Fiddly; follow the kit exactly |
| Fang caps with temporary putty | A small bit of putty from the kit holds each cap on a tooth | 5–10 minutes | Adult costumes, one-night wear | Can pop off when eating; adult supervision for teens |
If you searched for how to use vampire teeth beads, those belong to the second type, not to one-piece fangs like ours. Our set has no beads or putty and needs none.
Vampire teeth vs werewolf teeth
Vampire teeth have two long, slim upper fangs among otherwise normal-looking teeth; werewolf teeth have many short, jagged points across the upper and often lower jaw.
| Feature | Vampire fangs | Werewolf teeth |
|---|---|---|
| Number of long teeth | 2, upper canines | Several, upper and lower |
| Shape | Slim, straight, neat points | Thick, uneven, jagged |
| Rest of the teeth | Look normal | Often all pointed |
| Mood it suggests | Elegant, sly | Feral, wild |
| Pairs with | Cape, slicked hair, pale face | Fur, ears, messy hair |
A quick test: if the costume is about looking polished and a little sinister, choose vampire fangs; if it is about looking like an animal, choose werewolf teeth.
Vampire teeth vs normal teeth: which vampire teeth are sharp?
Prop fangs look pointed but should not be sharp. Ours are plastic, with tips shaped for looks, not for piercing anything. Never file, cut or sharpen fangs; a rough tip can scratch the lips and gums.
How to get vampire teeth permanently
Changing the shape of real teeth is dental work, so the only safe route is to ask a licensed dentist. Costume fangs are removable props and aren’t meant to stay in.
How to make vampire teeth at home
Paper, craft foam, clay and glue aren’t made to go in a mouth, so homemade fangs are best kept outside it. A no-mouth option for a younger child is two small red face-paint drips at the corners of the mouth with a pale face, which reads as vampire from across a room. The FDA advises testing makeup on a small patch of the wearer’s arm 24 to 48 hours before use and skipping any product that causes redness, rash or swelling.
Vampire teeth ideas for costumes
Fangs carry a vampire costume on their own, so you can build the rest from clothes you already have.
- Classic vampire: fangs, a black cape or long black jacket, slicked-back hair and a pale face.
- Vampire with a prop: add a cane or staff; our vampire canes and the red orb vampire staff are plastic props for costumes.
- Vampire and friends: pair a vampire with a devil in clip-on devil horns or a witch from our witch costume accessories guide.
- School-safe vampire: fangs worn only for the class photo, then kept in a pocket case.
For more noses, horns, hats and masks, browse our costume accessories and the Halloween collection.
Cleaning and storing plastic fangs
Rinse the fangs in cool water before and after each wear, then let them air-dry before you put them away.
The ADA’s MouthHealthy guidance for mouthguards is a sensible model for any plastic piece worn in the mouth: rinse before and after use, clean in cool, soapy water, keep it out of the sun and hot water, and store it in a sturdy, vented container out of reach of pets. A small zip bag left slightly open also works for one night.
A calm note for kids
Our fangs are a small, single plastic piece made for children, so an adult should help put them in and take them out, and keep them away from toddlers who put things in their mouths. Fangs should come out before snacks, drinks, running games and bedtime.
Step by step
- Rinse the fangs
Wash your hands and rinse the fangs in cool running water. Avoid hot water, which can soften thin plastic.
- Check for cracks
Run a finger along the edges and skip any piece that is cracked or chipped.
- Orient the fangs
Point the fangs down with the smooth curved front facing out, lined up with your own canine teeth.
- Press gently over the upper teeth
Seat the piece with light pressure instead of biting hard to force it.
- Close your lips
Let your upper lip hold the piece; a slightly parted smile shows the fangs best.
- Practice and remove
Say a few sentences in a mirror. Take the fangs out before eating, drinking or sleeping, then rinse and dry them.
Frequently asked questions
How do you put on vampire teeth without glue?
One-piece plastic fangs like ours need no glue. Line them up over the upper front teeth with the points down, press gently and close your lips; the lip does most of the holding.
How do you keep vampire fangs from falling out?
Seat them fully with light pressure and keep your lips relaxed over them. If they still slip, talk more slowly and avoid wide laughing or chewing while wearing them. Take them out to eat.
Can kids eat or drink with vampire teeth in?
No. Take the fangs out before snacks, drinks and bedtime. A loose plastic piece in the mouth while eating can be swallowed or inhaled, so an adult should keep an eye on younger children.
What size are the Boieo kids vampire teeth?
The set is about 2.6 × 1.8 in (6.5 × 4.5 cm), described as a small size for children. It is one piece of white plastic.
Do these vampire fangs come with fitting beads?
No. Fitting beads come with individual fang caps that are molded onto single teeth. Our set is a one-piece plastic fang and is worn as is.
Are vampire teeth sharp?
Prop fangs should look pointed but not be sharp. Ours are plastic shapes for costumes; never file or sharpen them, since a rough tip can scratch lips and gums.
Can you get vampire teeth permanently?
Reshaping real teeth is dental work. If you are considering it, talk to a licensed dentist; costume fangs are removable props only.
