Smile Design course for Dental Practice

This session describes various aspects of natural tooth proportions that need to be understood when applying an aesthetic approach in the provision of direct and indirect restorations. The task of shade assessment in the provision of indirect restorations will also be covered.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this session you will be able to:

• Describe the basic features of aesthetic assessment
• Identify the basic features of natural tooth shape and form
• Relate these features to natural tooth proportions
• Describe various other parameters related to adjusting the shape, shade and form of teeth in attempting to optimise the aesthetic result

Regardless of the condition, colour and alignment of the teeth, healthy pink gingival tissues are considered paramount. The management of gingival tissues is therefore considered fundamental to successful aesthetic practice.