What Procedures Does Smile Design Include?

First, existing problems such as tooth decay and gum disease are treated. Then, procedures are planned according to the patient’s needs.
Procedures included in smile design are:

• Gum aesthetics procedures, known as gingivectomy
• Teeth whitening
• Replacing missing teeth with implants or bridge prostheses
• Porcelain laminates and zirconium crowns

What Problems Does Smile Design Solve?

• Tooth discoloration issues
• Gum shape irregularities
• Misalignment of teeth
• Irregular gaps between teeth
• Loss of missing teeth
• Inconsistencies in tooth length
• Broken and cracked tooth structures

How Is Smile Design Applied?

The most important step in smile aesthetics is accurately identifying the patient’s expectations.

1. A panoramic dental X-ray is taken and detailed photographs are captured.
2. Measurements of the upper and lower jaws are taken to prepare models.
3. Various measurements and drawings are made digitally on these images and models. The ideal smile is designed according to the patient’s facial structure and preferences.
4. The designed smile is sent to the laboratory, and the result is shown to the patient with an intraoral mock-up. If the result is approved, the planned treatment procedures are initiated.

Advantages of Smile Design

• Achieves the perfect, attractive, and unique smile the patient desires.
• Provides an aesthetic appearance and healthy teeth.
• Corrects problems such as crowding, malocclusion, and chewing inefficiency.
• Makes teeth more resistant to fractures and decay.
• Boosts self-confidence with healthy and aesthetic teeth.

What Is Gum Contouring (Gingivectomy)?

It is the process of reshaping the gum line to create a more aesthetic appearance in cases of gum misalignment.
If you have a high lip line (gummy smile) or an uneven gum line, this procedure will make your smile more balanced and symmetrical.
Gum contouring can be completed in a single session using soft tissue laser or a simple surgical procedure.

At our Alanya Dental Help clinic in Alanya, under the leadership of dentist Duygu Gürleyen, we professionally offer all the necessary procedures for a healthy and aesthetic smile. Contact us to learn more about smile design.