Determinants of dental esthetics: a rational for smile analysis and treatment
Moskowitz, M.E.; Nayyar, A.
Compendium of Continuing Education in Dentistry 16(12): 1164; 1166 Passim; Quiz 1186
1995
ISSN/ISBN: 1548-8578 PMID: 8598015 Document Number: 450915
An attractive smile has always been the focal point of a person's attention to improving esthetic appearance and thus self-esteem. It is the contrasts of shape, color, line, and texture that enable us to differentiate one tooth from another, the teeth from the gums, and the smile from the face To understand why a smile with dentition in harmony is considered beautiful, clinical examples are presented to illustrate how to apply visual perception to the dental environment. These simple principles of visualization and treatment can be successfully applied to enhance the smile of any patient.