AESTHETIC SMILE DESIGN

Smile design is the process of taking the teeth and gums into a better shape for people whose aesthetic appearance is deteriorated due to various reasons.The aim is to help them feel better and have a natural and beautiful appearance as much as possible. On this issue the facial shapes and requirements of the patients are very important. Thanks to the studies carried out in the field of aesthetic dentistry, anyone who has problems with their teeth and gums can have a more pleasant and aesthetic smile.

What processes does smile design include?

First of all, existing decayed teeth and gum diseases are treated, dental cleaning procedures are applied. Afterwards, procedures are determined according to the needs of the patients.These operations generally include; Gum aesthetic treatments called gingivectomy, tooth whitening (bleaching) methods, compensating of tooth deficiencies with implant and prosthesis applications, porcelain laminates and veneers, zirconia crowns and orthodontic treatments (wire treatment).

In What Cases Is Aesthetic Dentistry Applied?

It is applied to teeth that have color changes for various reasons, broken due to trauma or caries, irregular, crowded and disfigured,form disorders and deficiencies.

How is Smile Design done?

When designing a smile, the aesthetics of the area formed by the teeth (white aesthetics) and the aesthetics of the area formed by the gums are evaluated. For this purpose, on a photograph, first, it is evaluated at what level the gums should be, which teeth will be included in the design. Afterwards, the tooth-gingival-bone levels of the teeth are examined clinically and radiographically. Then, the treatment plan is clarified.

What Is Considered When Designing A Smile?

When designing a smile, the priority is always patient satisfaction. If the patient is not satisfied with the procedures performed, all effort will be wasted and this may also cause frustration for the patient. Therefore, first of all, the patient's needs and expectations should be taken into consideration.

How Long Does Smile Design Treatment Take?

The duration of treatment may vary within a single day or between 2-15 days depending on the patient's dental complaint and mouth structure.