PURPOSE: This study aimed to analyze the relationship between self-perceived dental esthetics and the selected esthetic mathematical proportions. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among 48 dental students who fit into the inclusion criteria. The subjects rated their self-perceived dental esthetics based on the given Likert scale. Standardized portrait photographs of each subject were taken and the mesiodistal measurements of the maxillary anterior teeth were measured using a graphic editing software. The golden proportion, golden percentage and RED proportion in maxillary anterior teeth were then calculated. RESULTS: Most subjects were pleased with the size, form, and color of their maxillary anterior teeth. Only 2.1% of the maxillary canines and 10.4% of the left maxillary lateral incisors complied with the golden proportion. The maxillary lateral incisors demonstrated its occurrence to golden percentage. For the RED proportion, 29.2% of the left maxillary teeth and 16.7% of the contralateral teeth complied with the proportion. Self-perceived dental esthetics and the occurrence these mathematical proportions have no association. CONCLUSION Within the limitations of the study, it can be concluded that most subjects were satisfied with their self-perceived dental esthetics. Only a small percentage of the subjects having their natural dentition coincide with the golden proportion, golden percentage and RED proportion with a higher percentage occurring on the RED proportion. Hence, the mathematical proportions do not represent the naturally occurring dentition. These mathematical proportions can serve as a guide and the perceived teeth width can be customized accordingly.

PURPOSE: This study aimed to analyze the relationship between self-perceived dental esthetics and the selected esthetic mathematical proportions. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among 48 dental students who fit into the inclusion criteria. The subjects rated their self-perceived dental esthetics based on the given Likert scale. Standardized portrait photographs of each subject were taken and the mesiodistal measurements of the maxillary anterior teeth were measured using a graphic editing software. The golden proportion, golden percentage and RED proportion in maxillary anterior teeth were then calculated. RESULTS: Most subjects were pleased with the size, form, and color of their maxillary anterior teeth. Only 2.1% of the maxillary canines and 10.4% of the left maxillary lateral incisors complied with the golden proportion. The maxillary lateral incisors demonstrated its occurrence to golden percentage. For the RED proportion, 29.2% of the left maxillary teeth and 16.7% of the contralateral teeth complied with the proportion. Self-perceived dental esthetics and the occurrence these mathematical proportions have no association. CONCLUSION Within the limitations of the study, it can be concluded that most subjects were satisfied with their self-perceived dental esthetics. Only a small percentage of the subjects having their natural dentition coincide with the golden proportion, golden percentage and RED proportion with a higher percentage occurring on the RED proportion. Hence, the mathematical proportions do not represent the naturally occurring dentition. These mathematical proportions can serve as a guide and the perceived teeth width can be customized accordingly.

PURPOSE: This study aimed to analyze the relationship between self-perceived dental esthetics and the selected esthetic mathematical proportions. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among 48 dental students who fit into the inclusion criteria. The subjects rated their self-perceived dental esthetics based on the given Likert scale. Standardized portrait photographs of each subject were taken and the mesiodistal measurements of the maxillary anterior teeth were measured using a graphic editing software. The golden proportion, golden percentage and RED proportion in maxillary anterior teeth were then calculated. RESULTS: Most subjects were pleased with the size, form, and color of their maxillary anterior teeth. Only 2.1% of the maxillary canines and 10.4% of the left maxillary lateral incisors complied with the golden proportion. The maxillary lateral incisors demonstrated its occurrence to golden percentage. For the RED proportion, 29.2% of the left maxillary teeth and 16.7% of the contralateral teeth complied with the proportion. Self-perceived dental esthetics and the occurrence these mathematical proportions have no association. CONCLUSION Within the limitations of the study, it can be concluded that most subjects were satisfied with their self-perceived dental esthetics. Only a small percentage of the subjects having their natural dentition coincide with the golden proportion, golden percentage and RED proportion with a higher percentage occurring on the RED proportion. Hence, the mathematical proportions do not represent the naturally occurring dentition. These mathematical proportions can serve as a guide and the perceived teeth width can be customized accordingly.

PURPOSE: This study aimed to analyze the relationship between self-perceived dental esthetics and the selected esthetic mathematical proportions. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among 48 dental students who fit into the inclusion criteria. The subjects rated their self-perceived dental esthetics based on the given Likert scale. Standardized portrait photographs of each subject were taken and the mesiodistal measurements of the maxillary anterior teeth were measured using a graphic editing software. The golden proportion, golden percentage and RED proportion in maxillary anterior teeth were then calculated. RESULTS: Most subjects were pleased with the size, form, and color of their maxillary anterior teeth. Only 2.1% of the maxillary canines and 10.4% of the left maxillary lateral incisors complied with the golden proportion. The maxillary lateral incisors demonstrated its occurrence to golden percentage. For the RED proportion, 29.2% of the left maxillary teeth and 16.7% of the contralateral teeth complied with the proportion. Self-perceived dental esthetics and the occurrence these mathematical proportions have no association. CONCLUSION Within the limitations of the study, it can be concluded that most subjects were satisfied with their self-perceived dental esthetics. Only a small percentage of the subjects having their natural dentition coincide with the golden proportion, golden percentage and RED proportion with a higher percentage occurring on the RED proportion. Hence, the mathematical proportions do not represent the naturally occurring dentition. These mathematical proportions can serve as a guide and the perceived teeth width can be customized accordingly.

PURPOSE: This study aimed to analyze the relationship between self-perceived dental esthetics and the selected esthetic mathematical proportions. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among 48 dental students who fit into the inclusion criteria. The subjects rated their self-perceived dental esthetics based on the given Likert scale. Standardized portrait photographs of each subject were taken and the mesiodistal measurements of the maxillary anterior teeth were measured using a graphic editing software. The golden proportion, golden percentage and RED proportion in maxillary anterior teeth were then calculated. RESULTS: Most subjects were pleased with the size, form, and color of their maxillary anterior teeth. Only 2.1% of the maxillary canines and 10.4% of the left maxillary lateral incisors complied with the golden proportion. The maxillary lateral incisors demonstrated its occurrence to golden percentage. For the RED proportion, 29.2% of the left maxillary teeth and 16.7% of the contralateral teeth complied with the proportion. Self-perceived dental esthetics and the occurrence these mathematical proportions have no association. CONCLUSION Within the limitations of the study, it can be concluded that most subjects were satisfied with their self-perceived dental esthetics. Only a small percentage of the subjects having their natural dentition coincide with the golden proportion, golden percentage and RED proportion with a higher percentage occurring on the RED proportion. Hence, the mathematical proportions do not represent the naturally occurring dentition. These mathematical proportions can serve as a guide and the perceived teeth width can be customized accordingly.

Neutral Zone Technique in Mandibular Complete Denture Fabrication by Dental Students of Different Levels: A Case Series The neutral zone impression technique is a predictable, less invasive, and cost-effective option for patients who have a severely resorbed mandibular ridge. The utilisation of neutral zone impression allows the visualisation of an individual neutral zone, which assists in forming a polished denture surface and the position of acrylic teeth, significantly improving the stability of the mandibular denture. This case series highlights the role of neutral zone impression in managing various conditions interfering with the stability of the mandibular denture. The clinical procedures completed by both undergraduate and postgraduate students successfully addressed the patients’ concerns. With proper supervision, the neutral zone impression technique for mandibular complete dentures can be managed by undergraduate dental students despite the technical demands.

A Survey on Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Denture Care Among Elderly Patients As the elderly population grows, removable dentures remain an essential, viable, and economical option for replacing missing teeth. Enhancing patient understanding of denture care is essential for better oral and systemic health. This study aimed to evaluate the knowledge, attitude and practice of denture hygiene care among the geriatric denture users. A paper-based survey study was conducted on denture wearers aged 60 years old and above. Eligible participants, identified via convenience sampling, received a validated self-administered questionnaire about knowledge, attitude and practice of denture care that was translated into several languages. The study included 138 denture wearers, of which 60.9% were female and the remaining 39.1% were male. All participants cleaned their dentures at least once a day using mechanical (50.7%), chemical (25.4%), or combination methods (23.9%). Approximately 29.7% of the participants wore their dentures overnight. The mean knowledge score was relatively poor (46.5%) and was significantly associated with the denture cleaning method used, nocturnal denture use, and frequency of denture cleaning (p < 0.05). No association between a patient’s gender and educational level and their attitudes and practices of denture care was observed (p > 0.05). In conclusion, geriatric denture wearers were showing a low knowledge score and were significantly associated to their denture hygiene protocols and the habit of nocturnal denture use. Enhanced knowledge delivery to elderly patients is essential to ensure a sustenance of good attitude and practices in denture hygiene.

ABSTRACT Head and neck cancer patients require oral assessment and management prior, during and after cancer treatment to minimise oral complications. Hence, this study aimed to evaluate sociodemographic data, oral health management, oral complications derived from cancer treatment, time frame in completing dental treatment and association between oral management and complications. Purposive record sampling of head and neck cancer patients who completed radiotherapy and/or chemotherapy at Hospital Universiti Sains Malaysia (HUSM) from 2011 to 2017 were reviewed. A checklist was used to record the data and analysed using descriptive statistics and Pearson Chi-square test. A number of 194 patient records were reviewed with majority were Malays (88.1%), males (61.3%) with the mean age of 57.18 years old. Only 21% of the patients had oral assessment prior to cancer treatment. About 84% of the referred patients were dentally fit within 1 month. Mucositis and fungal infections were the most prevalent complications. The relationship between oral assessment prior to cancer treatment and oral complications was not significant (p = 0.134). Despite the insignificant association due to several limitations, oral assessment and management prior, during and after cancer therapy are recognised as crucial for improving quality of life. A standard institutional operating procedure is recommended to improve patient care.
Head and Neck Neoplasms--therapy ; Dental Care

ABSTRACT Globally, non-syndromic tooth agenesis is commonly seen in clinical practice. However, its management is often complex and requires a multidisciplinary team approach for the maximal outcome. While various treatment options are possible, considerations for the treatment are not only based on the dentofacial conditions but also cultural and social background and personal preference of the patient. Thus, patientcentred care approach should always be practised for an optimal outcome. In the present case, a patient with established craniofacial growth presenting with bilateral agenesis of maxillary lateral incisors and over-retained deciduous maxillary left canine sought for aesthetic improvements. The patient did not prefer any orthodontic treatment citing a prolonged treatment duration and sub-optimal motivation as a hindrance. Thus, a prosthodontic only approach was taken by providing a conventional cantilever bridge and ceramic veneers to achieve the aims of treatment. This article discusses the possible limitation of such prosthodontic only solution in managing tooth agenesis.
Prosthodontics ; Anodontia