Restoration of Anterior Esthetics and Function through Interdisciplinary Approach
ABSTRACT Smile is an integral part of dentistry. Patients come with the prime aim of achieving esthetics. The dentist may preserve or alter the relationships of the visible components of the oral region to give the desired esthetic result. But, it is our responsibility to attain this result through a scientifically based and thoroughly planned treatment. The appearance of gingival tissue surrounding the teeth plays an important role in the esthetics of anterior region. Abnormities in symmetry and contour can significantly affect the harmonious appearance of natural or prosthetic dentition. There are a variety of cases of teeth wear, wherein interdisciplinary intervention is essential. Also the factor causing severe wear of natural teeth must be identified and eliminated, or reduced before attempting restorative treatment to improve long-term prognosis of restorative treatment. This article deals with a case of anterior teeth wear, stressing upon diagnosis, treatment planning and progression of treatment with regards to perio-prostho esthetics. How to cite this article Joshi MN, Abhyankar VP, Joshi NV. Restoration of Anterior Esthetics and Function through Interdisciplinary Approach. J Contemp Dent 2012;2(2):43-46.