Esthetic restoration of maxillary anterior teeth considering facial features in digital diagnostic wax-up: a case report
10.14368/jdras.2024.40.3.179
- Author:
Sung-Ji GONG
1
;
Sang-Won PARK
;
Hyun-Pil LIM
;
Kwi-dug YUN
;
Chan PARK
;
Woohyung JANG
Author Information
1. Department of Prosthodontics, School of Dentistry, Chonnam National University, Gwangju, Republic of Korea
- Publication Type:Case Report
- From:Journal of Dental Rehabilitation and Applied Science
2024;40(3):179-188
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
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Abstract:
To enhance the predictability of aesthetic treatment outcomes in aesthetic prosthetic restorations, considerations must include analysis of facial features, the relationship between teeth and lips, proportions of tooth width/length, gingival form, and more.Traditional diagnostic wax-ups have limitations in considering the patient’s facial features and are unable to facilitate rapid formmodifications. With recent advancements in digital technology, it is now possible to digitize the patient’s facial features in three dimensions, enabling the design of restorations that harmonize with facial features. These digital workflows not only improve efficiency but also provide patients with faster visualization of treatment outcomes, thereby enhancing motivation. Therefore, in this case, a treatment plan is devised to utilize digital diagnostic wax-ups considering the patient’s facial features for the finalprosthetic design.
