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DSDapp use for multidisciplinary esthetic planning.
Mateus do Vale Voigt1, Luís Felipe Espíndola-Castro1, Gabriela Queiroz de Melo Monteiro1
1Dental School, Universidade de Pernambuco, Camaragibe, Pernambuco, Brazil.
Summary
The Digital Smile Design application (DSDapp) simplifies esthetic treatment planning, making it more intuitive and interactive. This digital tool enhances patient participation and communication among dental specialists for predictable outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Digital Dentistry
- Esthetic Dentistry
Background:
- Digital Smile Design (DSD) is a valuable tool for planning complex esthetic dental treatments.
- Traditional DSD requires significant clinician expertise and training.
- The Digital Smile Design application (DSDapp) was developed to streamline this process.
Purpose of the Study:
- To demonstrate the application of the DSDapp in a clinical case involving periodontal plastic surgery and ceramic laminate veneers.
- To illustrate how the DSDapp facilitates esthetic treatment planning.
Main Methods:
- Intraoral digital scans and facial photographs were acquired.
- Images were analyzed using the DSDapp, with reference lines and digital tooth shapes superimposed.
- A digital diagnostic wax-up was created based on the DSDapp plan.
- A physical mock-up was used for intraoral transfer.
- The case involved subsequent periodontal surgery and CAD/CAM ceramic laminate veneer placement.
Main Results:
- DSDapp usage accelerated the initial treatment planning phase.
- The application enabled real-time smile planning with active patient involvement.
- Improved communication among the multidisciplinary dental team was observed.
Conclusions:
- The DSDapp reduces the reliance on extensive training, favoring intuitive use.
- It offers immediate patient feedback, increasing treatment predictability.
- The DSDapp aids in monitoring the esthetic plan throughout all clinical stages.
