Before having a smile makeover, an initial consultation, assessment and planning will occur with one of our dentists and the options appropriate to your case will be thoroughly discussed.
There are many aesthetic parameters that are considered when completing a smile makeover.
The long axis of the front teeth is inclined slightly backwards and this inclination increases from the front to the back.
This backwards inclination results in the gum peak being positioned posterior to the centre of the tooth.
The papilla, which is the triangular gum area between the teeth, should occupy the entire area underneath the contact point of the teeth.
There are tooth dimensions that are defined as having the ideal aesthetics, however these should only be used as a guide.
There are artistic influences based on the individual patient, their age and distinct tooth characteristics to create an overall aesthetic result.
Aesthetics depends on the perception of symmetry, dominance and proportions.
We achieve this by assessing the tooth height, tooth width to length ratios, transition line angles and other special effects of tooth form.
Although the strict application of mathematical dimensions such as the golden proportion are not always suitable, the concepts are valuable and if followed, can promote an aesthetic result.
The perceived width of a tooth is influenced by the shape and the inter-incisal angles.
The lateral incisors and canines have more opened inter-incisal angles than the central incisors.
The incisal edge is very important and must follow certain parameters.
The incisal line changes with age and wear from a shallow convex profile to a flat or inverted curve.
The ultimate control of the tooth form and length and the path the incisal edges take is determined by the lower lip.
If the lower lip is asymmetric then, then the inter-pupillary line can be used as a guide for the incisal line.
Overall, there are three sets of parameters, those dealing with the face, teeth and the tissues.
A deficiency with the tissues cannot be improved with the dental parameters and vice versa.
The design of your smile should not be underestimated. As one can appreciate, there are many aesthetic factors that need to be carefully considered. These are inter-related and complex and all play a role in achieving your perfect smile.
Be sure to take advice from a board-registered specialist and entrust your smile makeover with a Prosthodontist, a true cosmetic specialist!
