cosmetic dentistry_ beauty & science

08 I I special _ composites Figs. 2a & b_Pre-operative smile of a young patient presenting post-orthodontic enamel hypocalcifications and asymmetrical shorter, incisors. Fig. 2c_A free-hand mock-up was made to assess the ideal length for an optimal smile configuration. Fig. 2d_Post-treatment view showing better smile balance and harmony, following micro-abrasion (to remove white spots) and direct bonding (inspire). cosmeticdentistry 4_2013 Fig. 2c Fig. 2d Fig. 2a Fig. 2b Types of procedures Typical procedures Non restorative _Aesthetic chemical treatments (bleaching,micro-abrasion) _Direct bonding Minimally invasive _Direct bonding _Ultra-thinVeneers _Modern inlay and onlay techniques Micro-invasive _Classical veneers,inlay and onlay Macro-invasive _Crowns and bridges Parameters Direct option Indirect option veneer to crown age of the patient younger older size of the decay smaller larger tooth vitality vital non-vital tooth colour normal non-treatable discolouration* facial anatomy normal altered number of restoration unrelated unrelated *using chemical treatments (vital & non-vital bleaching or microabrasion) Table II_Modern progressive treatment concept and various types of procedures. Table I_Treatment decision process. Tab. I Tab. II