Aesthetics

The Creation of an Emergence Profile, Part 1: Using an Interim Restoration as an Aid to Implant Positioning

INTRODUCTION The importance of the creation of an ideal emergence profile to enhance aesthetics...

Creating the All Important Emergence Profile

Introduction In high lip-line aesthetic cases, not only is the success of treatment dependent...

Integrating Techniques to Restore an Adolescent’s Smile

INTRODUCTION The presence of color alterations and surface irregularities in tooth enamel can be...

Follow the Cosmetic Pyramid for Optimal Aesthetic Results

INTRODUCTION The patient who desires an aesthetically-enhanced smile oftentimes has difficulty expressing his or...

Multidisciplinary Rehabilitation: Tunnel Grafting Techniques

Figure 1. Pre-op view shows teeth Nos. 6 to 11 with gingival recession and...

An Alternative Approach to Cosmetic Space Closure

INTRODUCTION Nowadays, a great premium is placed on aesthetics with cosmetic solutions being sought...

Combining Orthodontics With Conservative Restorative Care

The following case describes the use of prerestorative orthodontic care, Bolton Analysis, Golden Proportion...

Showing Respect for the “Neighbors”!

Figure 1. Preoperative photo of the failing composite resin restoration in tooth No. 30....

Achieving Aesthetic and Functional Success

INTRODUCTION Vital to the protection and integrity of the masticatory system, dentists have the...

Composites in a Three-Dimensional World

INTRODUCTION Composite resins have evolved to offer vast improvements over previous generations and are...