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Esthetic recontouring. A team approach
M B Epstein1, T Mantzikos, I L Shamus
1New York University College of Dentistry, USA.
The New York State Dental Journal
|February 12, 1998
Summary
Achieving a harmonious smile involves addressing irregular teeth and worn dentition through a team approach. Intentional tooth recontouring offers an improved cosmetic outcome for anterior teeth.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Cosmetic Dentistry
- Dental Aesthetics
Background:
- Irregular incisal edges, worn dentition, and morphological imbalances negatively impact smile aesthetics.
- Comprehensive orthodontic or prosthetic treatments often precede final cosmetic enhancements.
- A multidisciplinary team approach is crucial for optimal smile esthetics.
Observation:
- The article details the essential components of a harmonious smile.
- It outlines evaluation methods and provides guidelines for esthetic procedures.
- A systematic, stepwise methodology for recontouring anterior teeth is presented.
Findings:
- Intentional modifications to tooth form through recontouring significantly improve smile aesthetics.
- The presented methodology offers a structured approach to achieving desirable cosmetic results.
- Case studies demonstrate the effectiveness of this esthetic recontouring technique.
Implications:
- This approach provides dental professionals with a framework for enhancing smile harmony.
- Esthetic recontouring of anterior teeth can lead to improved patient satisfaction.
- The findings support the integration of targeted recontouring into comprehensive dental treatment plans.