Tooth Colour and Facial Attractiveness: Study Protocol for Self-Perception with a Gender-Based Approach

Area of Science:

• Dentistry
• Aesthetic Dentistry
• Psychology

Background:

• Investigates the correlation between self-perception of tooth color and facial attractiveness with gender and mood.
• Highlights existing gender differences in aesthetic self-perception.

Purpose of the Study:

• To assess the relationship between self-perceived tooth color and facial attractiveness based on gender and mood.
• To explore color-matching relationships between facial and dental characteristics.
• To promote a gender-specific approach in aesthetic dentistry.

Main Methods:

• Cross-sectional clinical study conducted by Sapienza University of Rome and 15 UNID centers.
• Collection of photographic documentation of face and smile with spectrophotometric tooth color evaluation.
• Utilized validated questionnaires for operator-collected data (colorimetric characteristics, attractiveness evaluations) and patient-reported mood state.

Main Results:

• Reveals gender differences in aesthetic self-perception, underscoring limitations of gender-neutral models.
• Explores the interplay between facial and dental color characteristics.
• Suggests personalized and gender-specific needs are crucial in aesthetic assessments.

Conclusions:

• Emphasizes the importance of a gender-specific approach in aesthetic dentistry.
• Advocates for a gender-inclusive methodology for nuanced and culturally aware aesthetic assessments.
• Improves accuracy and personalization in aesthetic dentistry practices.