Related Experiment Video
Updated: May 10, 2026
Single-stage Dynamic Reanimation of the Smile in Irreversible Facial Paralysis by Free Functional Muscle Transfer
Published on: March 1, 2015
Biotype change for the esthetic rehabilitation of the smile
Mariano A Polack1, Douglas H Mahn
1Private Practice, 7431 New Linton Hall Road, Gainesville, VA 20155, USA. mpolack@comcast.net
Unlabelled:
An esthetic and natural appearing smile is the result of multiple important factors. There must be a harmonious relation between tooth size, shape, proportion, and the periodontium. Successful rehabilitation of a smile often requires an interdisciplinary approach which was applied in the case presented in this article to a patient with multiple esthetic challenges. Treatment included management of canines in the lateral incisor positions, proportionally small teeth, and excessive gingival display. Good communication and coordination of care between the surgical and restorative partners produced a pleasing outcome facilitated by periodontal surgery resulting in a modification of the gingival biotype.
Clinical Significance:
Smile design including crown lengthening and biotype modification can be used to create an esthetic and natural appearing restorative result.
More Related Videos
06:26Quantitative Assessment Protocol for Facial Soft Tissue Volumetric Changes with Stereophotogrammetry
Published on: December 9, 2025
05:54Real-Time Dynamic Navigation System for the Precise Quad-Zygomatic Implant Placement in a Patient with a Severely Atrophic Maxilla
Published on: October 18, 2021
Related Concept Videos
01:26Assessment of the Mouth
Mouth Inspection
The inspection begins with visually examining the mouth for symmetry, color, and size.
01:15Teeth
In the bud stage, the tooth germ (an aggregation of cells) starts to form in the developing jawbone. During the cap stage, the tooth germ differentiates into enamel organ, dental papilla, and dental sac, which will later develop into the tooth's enamel, dentin and...