SMILE DESIGNING IN PROSTHODONTICS

An attractive, well-balanced smile can be a valuable personal asset. A desire to look attractive is no longer taken as a sign of vanity. In an economically, socially, and sexually competitive world, a pleasing appearance is a necessity. Since the face is the most exposed part of the body, and the mouth a prominent feature, teeth are getting a greater share of attention.Fortunately, modern dentistry not only provides us with better material and technology, but also ensures that today's procedures are performed with minimum discomfort and maximum safety. Achieving a successful, healthy, and functional result requires an understanding of the interrelationship among all the supporting oral structures, including the muscles, bones, joints, gingival tissues, and occlusion. This book will help the clinician to identify the quality of smile and evaluate various aspects smile designing with the recently available innovative techniques like digital smile designing and to plan restorations, to harmonize with the smile.