A Review on the Expanding Role of Dentists in Facial Esthetics

Dentists' role in facial esthetics is growing, with advancements in cosmetic procedures, such as Botox and dermal fillers. Understanding the range of practitioners and their professional backgrounds is crucial for addressing risks. Data collection and analysis was done to retrieve scholarly papers using databases, such as PubMed and advanced Google search, and analyze. Currently, the role of dentists in facial beauty is gaining huge interest. This is a new and controversial issue in this era of society. Botox and dermal fillers help general dentists create a harmonious smile by controlling soft tissues. Further training may be required to perform esthetic procedures, such as Botox or dermal fillers, in areas other than the perioral region. Complications might occur due to inadequate education. Dentists must be competent to administer these agents, such as traditional providers. The review paper concludes that dentistry students are becoming more interested in cosmetic treatments. Cosmetic practice in dental education may be strengthened by combining topics, such as dermal fillers in materials science, botulinum toxin (BTX) in pharmacology, and anatomy of the aging face in dentistry with emphasis on medicolegal laws, policies, and ethics involved.