Esthetic Dentistry
What is esthetics?
Esthetics is a term that evokes a sense of beauty in people and is suitable for the sense of beauty. In medicine, esthetics is defined as the methods applied to correct or beautify a defective organ. The Golden Ratio, which is a mathematical concept, is expressed with the number FI (Phi) and its value is 1.618. There is a golden ratio in many objects that are pleasing to our eyes and do not tire us while looking at them. Since ancient times, philosophers and artists have investigated the existence of this golden ratio in nature, architecture and the human body. In dentistry, it has been noticed that anterior teeth look pleasing to the eye when their relative aspect ratios are in accordance with the golden ratio.
What is esthetic dentistry?
Esthetic dentistry is the improvement of teeth and other related tissues by prioritizing both esthetic and health principles. In this way, it is aimed to increase the self-confidence and living standards of individuals. Today, the appearance of teeth can be improved by many methods such as full porcelain crowns, laminates, zirconia crowns, and teeth whitening. An esthetic smile cannot only be achieved by having beautiful teeth, but also the gums must be healthy and harmonious.
Zirconia Crowns
Zirconium is a silvery-white solid metal under normal conditions. In dentistry, zirconium dioxide (zirconia), a white crystal mineral of zirconium, is used as an aesthetic and tissue-friendly material.More
Full Ceramic Crowns
As the name suggests, full ceramic crowns are made entirely of ceramic material. Thanks to the translucency and light transmittance of the ceramic, restorations that have a vary natural appearance can be made. Since it is more fragile than metal-supportedMore
Porcelain Crowns
Metal-supported porcelain crowns are used in areas with increased chewing forces and on long span bridges to ensure the highest level of resistance to fracture. A core made of a dental metal alloy is manufactured, and tooth-coloured porcelain isMore
Porcelain Laminate Veneers
Porcelain laminate veneers are a type of restoration that causes the least damage to dental tissue in aesthetic dentistry. While only a little preparation from the front surfaces of the teeth may be sufficient, porcelain laminates can be applied withoutMore
Composite Laminate Veneers (Bonding)
Composite laminate veneer treatment is a tooth-colored restoration to eliminate gaps between teeth, small tooth fractures and minor defects. It is also known as bonding colloquially. It is a minimally invasive treatment option as it is often not necessaryMore
Porcelain Fillings (Inlay/Onlay)
Porcelain fillings can be used in cases where the carious surfaces of the teeth are large but there is not enough tissue loss to require crowns. They are less fragile and more aesthetic than standard composite fillings. They are prepared outside inMore
Teeth Whitening (Bleaching)
Natural teeth may become discolored due to external factors such as various foods and smoking. Bleaching can be applied to eligible patients after a comprehensive oral examination.More
Smile Design
It is a personalized design process in modern dentistry. The basic need for a beautiful smile is beautiful teeth. An aesthetic smile can only be achieved if the teeth are in harmony with the lips, gingiva and other surrounding anatomical structures.More
Pink Aesthetic (Gum Aesthetics)
The interventions made to the gums for esthetic purposes are called pink esthetics. While smiling, our gums are also visible in addition to our teeth. Having beautiful teeth is not enough for a beautiful smile. The amount of appearance, color, asymmetryMore
