Multidisciplinary Approach in Refining an Esthetic Smile
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چکیده
A gummy smile is when there is too much exposure of the upper gingival during smiling. The appearance of the gingival contour depends on the underlying bony architecture. This is further influenced by factors like tooth position, the type of periodontium, the tooth form, aberrant muscle attachments and skeletal relationship. This review article focuses on the various factors influencing a gummy smile. It also highlights the various approaches in diagnosis and management for redefining a smile.
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