Smile Aesthetics

What is Smile Aesthetics?

Smile aesthetics is a series of procedures performed to improve the aesthetic appearance of a person's teeth and oral structure through dental practices. These procedures aim to provide a more aesthetic and natural smile by correcting the color, shape, size, alignment and other defects in the person's teeth.

What are the Purposes of Smile Aesthetics?

The main purposes of smile aesthetics are:

• Improving the Aesthetic Appearance: Smile aesthetics aims to provide a more aesthetic and natural smile by correcting the color, shape, size, alignment and other defects in the teeth. Thus, the aesthetic appearance of the person improves and he feels safer and happier.
• Maintaining Dental Health: Smile aesthetic procedures can help maintain the health of teeth and prevent further damage. For example, porcelain veneers can help repair broken or decayed teeth.
• Increasing One's Self-Confidence: An aesthetically pleasing smile can increase one's self-confidence and positively affect one's success in social and business life.
• Meeting the Functional Needs of the Person: Smile aesthetics can make the necessary corrections for smoother alignment of the teeth or better bite of the teeth. This, in turn, can improve a person's chewing, speech, and other functions.
• Psychological and Emotional Benefits: An aesthetically pleasing smile can reduce a person's stress level and help them develop a more positive outlook on themselves. Thus, the person's psychological and emotional health improves.

What are the Types of Smile Aesthetics Application?

Smile aesthetic applications vary according to different needs and preferences. Some common smile aesthetic applications are:

• Teeth Whitening: It is an application used to lighten the colors of the teeth. It can be done with different methods such as at-home whitening kits or teeth whitening procedures done in the dentist's office.
• Porcelain Laminate: It is the bonding of specially prepared thin porcelain plates to the front surfaces of the teeth. It is used to correct the shape, size, color and irregularities of the teeth.
• Dental Veneer: It is used to cover the damaged or broken parts of the teeth. Porcelain or composite materials can be used.
• Tooth Filling: It is an application used for the treatment of caries in the teeth. Dentists may use composite fillings or amalgam fillings.
• Dental Implant: It is an application made with artificial tooth roots placed on the jawbone. It is used for the treatment of missing teeth.
• Orthodontic Treatment: It is used for crooked teeth, tooth gaps and closing problems. Brackets, wire, clear plates and other devices can be used.
• Gum Aesthetics: Gum extraction, grafts and other procedures can be used to ensure the harmony of the gums and teeth.

Many of these applications can be used together and a treatment plan can be created according to the needs of the person.

What are the Stages of Smile Aesthetics?

In general, the stages of smile aesthetics are as follows:

• Evaluation: The first step for the smile aesthetic procedure is the dentist's evaluation of the patient. This evaluation aims to determine the current state of the patient's teeth and oral structure, aesthetic problems and goals.
• Planning: The dentist creates a treatment plan that fits the patient's needs and goals. This plan includes the order, duration, cost and results of smile aesthetic procedures.
• Preparation: Smile aesthetic procedures may require preparation in advance when teeth need to be cleaned and prepared. This preparation may include operations such as cleaning, shaping, filling or correcting the structure of the mouth.
• Treatment: Smile aesthetic procedures may vary depending on the needs and goals of the patient. For example, teeth whitening can be performed using a special gel or laser light applied by the dentist. Other procedures such as porcelain veneer or zirconium veneer are performed by applying specially prepared veneers to the teeth.
• Results: After the smile aesthetic procedures are completed, the patient's teeth will have a more natural, healthy and aesthetic appearance. The duration and permanence of these results may vary depending on the type of procedures used and the patient's dental health condition.

What is the Age Range of Smile Aesthetics Application?

The age range of smile aesthetics application is generally determined as 18 years and over. This is because the teeth and jaw structures of the young are not yet fully mature. However, smile aesthetic procedures can be performed at any age, because the dentist can prepare a treatment plan that is suitable for the characteristics and needs of the person in any case.

Especially orthodontic treatments are usually applied during childhood and adolescence because the teeth can be moved more easily during this period. However, the mobility of the teeth decreases with age and the treatment period may be longer. Therefore, in cases where teeth need to be moved, it may be more effective to start treatment at an early age.

Other smile aesthetic procedures, especially those related to cosmetic issues such as tooth color and tooth shape, can be done at any age. However, the structure of the teeth, gingival condition and other factors play an important role in determining the treatment plan. Therefore, you can discuss with your dentist and determine the most suitable treatment plan for you.

How Long Does Smile Aesthetics Application Require?

The duration of the smile aesthetic application may vary depending on the type of treatment and the needs of the person. Some smile aesthetic procedures can be completed in a few hours, while others can take several weeks or even months.

For example, teeth whitening can usually be completed in a few hours, while teeth may need to be specially prepared for porcelain laminate applications. This preparation process may vary depending on the dentist's method and may take several days. Afterwards, it may take several hours or several days to make porcelain laminates.

Similarly, dental implant applications can be performed in several stages and may take several months to complete. In the first stage, the dental implant needs to be placed. This process can take several hours. Afterwards, the dental implant is expected to fuse with the bone. This process can take several months. In the final stage, other restorations such as crowns or bridges are placed on the implant.

The duration of the smile aesthetic application may vary depending on the details of the treatment plan and the needs of the person. In the meeting with your dentist, you can get detailed information about the duration of the treatment and other details.