Why is it important? In anterior region implants, gum contour, papilla and lip support determine smile aesthetics. Prosthetic and surgical teamwork is required. Planning topics Temporary restorations and soft tissue shaping Material selection (zirconium abutment etc., case-based) Position-length-form matching with photographs and DSD FAQ Is same day dental possible? Depends on case eligibility; physician assessment required. Pink
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Methods Clinic type: Physician supervised, rapid effect Home type: Controlled and gradual, with customized aligners Timing Performing before restorative procedures facilitates the color matching of new restorations. FAQ Is sensitivity possible? It may be temporary; physician recommendations are applied for management. Is it effective in all colors? May be limited in intrinsic colorations; alternatives are evaluated.
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Why? Preventive correction of misalignment without cutting teeth helps to make aesthetic restorations look more natural. Process Digital impression and movement plan Production of aligner sets Aligner exchange every 7-14 days Retainer FAQ How long does it take? It depends on the complexity of the case; it can take months. Are the aligners visible? They are transparent; they can be recognized at close range. Is retention necessary? Yes;
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What is it? Relatively excessive appearance of the gums in the smile or asymmetry of the levels can affect the aesthetic perception. Periodontal/surgical approaches balance the tooth-gum ratio. Options Gingivectomy/gingivoplasty Crown lengthening (in cases where the bone level is also planned) Botulinum toxin (in cases of hyperactive upper lip, in appropriate cases) Recovery and care Oral care recommended by the physician, soft diet and follow-up appointments are important. FAQ Does it hurt? Procedure
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Comparison Guide Tissue preservation: Veneer > Crown (usually less preparation) Durability: Crown ≥ Veneer (if material loss is high or in posterior teeth) Color masking: Crowns may be preferred in cases requiring opacity Malalignment: Mild to moderate veneers, orthodontic/crown combination in advanced cases In which cases? Extensive loss of material/fracture: Crown Color and form order, minimal cutting: Veneers Weak teeth with endodontic treatment:
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What are laminated veneers? They are very thin ceramic restorations applied to the front surface of the front teeth. The aim is to provide form and color harmony with minimum abrasion on the tooth. Who is it suitable for? Discoloration, malformations, small fractures Diastema (gap) closure Correction of the length ratio in worn/short teeth Process DSD and rehearsal Minimal preparation if necessary Impression and laboratory Temporary restoration Proofing-adjustment-simulation (bonding) Maintenance
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What is DSD? Digital Smile Design (DSD) is a planning method that digitally simulates the ideal form, size and position of the teeth with photographs/videos, intraoral scans and facial proportions. The aim is to achieve predictable and personalized results by strengthening patient-physician communication. Advantages Visualization: Communication to see the possible result with a screen or mock-up before treatment: Planning to clarify the expectation-opportunity match: Gingiva, veneers/ crowns, orthodontics,
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Why is the first examination critical? Understanding aesthetic expectations, objective measurement of tooth-gum-facial ratios and health history are the basis of the plan. What is done? Health history and habits (bruxism, smoking, etc.) Smile analysis with photos and videos (static/dynamic) Digital impression/scan and radiographic evaluation if necessary Expectation-compliance: Natural-white balance, tooth lengths, lip support Outputs Personalized treatment combination draft Duration
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Smile design is a multi-stage approach in which the form, color and size of the teeth, gum alignment, lip support and chewing function are planned individually. At Dent Denge in Ankara, the process proceeds with the steps of examination-planning-proofing-application-maintenance.
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