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Saturday 16 November 2019

The Role of Imaging In Smile Dentistry

Dentistry is the only field in medicine that has the power to transform a crooked smile into a flawless one that enhances the beauty of a person. The field of dentistry has come a long way in the past three decades and has witnessed great advances in technology in all its branches. The incorporation of digital X-rays and intraoral cameras in the treatment process has made it easy for doctors to examine the various structure of the patient's mouths effectively. One such area which makes use of precise diagnostic tools and advanced imaging techniques to meet the patient's more demanding aesthetic expectations is smile designing.

Smile Designing

Smile designing is a cosmetic treatment procedure that aims at enhancing the overall appearance and health of the smile. It makes use of the right treatment options to meet the needs of the patient like dental veneers, tooth implants, teeth whitening, and composite bonding. Previously the patients couldn't have a look at their result before the completion of the treatment. But, thanks to the advancement in the imaging techniques that allows the patients the comfort of having a glimpse of their makeover smile before even the procedure starts.

One such technique that makes the patients the co-designer of their treatment by sharing their expectations and aesthetic requirements with the dental team is Digital Smile Design(DSD). DSD is a unique dental planning tool that enhances the care provider's vision, diagnostic ability, and predictability. It improves the communication between the dentist and the patient as the complete treatment plan is based on the thorough analysis of the patient's dental and facial proportions with the help of photos and videos taken at each stage of the treatment.

With the help of DSD videos and mockups, the dentist will get a better understanding of the relationship between the teeth, gums, and lips, as well as how they work together to create a patient's smile. The process of the DSD starts with the complete oral examination followed by treatment identification and discussion. Once the treatment is finalized, a digital photo of the current smile will be taken, and various change factors will be incorporated that provides a glimpse of the changed smile or facial appearance to the patient. Once the patients confirm and agree on the outcome, treatment will be started.

Digital Imaging techniques empower the patients to make informed decisions and provide an opportunity to have a glimpse of their future before committing to the treatment.



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Blog Reviewed By: Dr.C.M.Bejoy Mony, MDS
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