Ceramic laminates have gained wide popularity around the world. The ability of these laminates to correct the structural and aesthetic problems of teeth in a short period has made them the most demanded method in cosmetic dentistry. When it comes to ceramic laminates, there are many options to choose from. Choosing the right dental laminate for your face shape is as important as choosing the right cosmetic dentist. When choosing the right laminate for your face shape, you and your dentist must consider many variables. These variables are:
Tooth color:
The right color for your dental laminates is determined by the standard dental color chart. This chart is divided into four categories:
- A (reddish brown)
- B (reddish yellow)
- C (grey)
- D (reddish gray)
And eleven sub-categories are divided into a wide range of color tones. You should choose a color for your laminates that is about two shades lighter than your natural teeth.
Tooth shape:
Choosing the right laminate shape is essential to create the most beautiful smile that fits your face. Since the shape of each tooth is different, there are many different combinations to choose from. Smile catalogs have been created to make it easy to choose the right shape. The smile catalog is one of the most common reference indicators for tooth shape. This catalog consists of 12 different smile styles and it is very easy to choose among these styles.
Aggressive: Square and even teeth for a bold look. This model is usually more common for men.
Adult: square teeth with slightly rounded canines.
Strong: square teeth with sharp and prominent fangs.
Dominant: square teeth with more prominent front teeth and rounded canines.
Concentric: slightly rounded teeth with square central anterior teeth.
Enhanced: Slightly rounded teeth.
Softened: rounded teeth with a more precise curve.
Hollywood: Square-shaped teeth with slightly shorter anterior lateral teeth. This style is one of the most popular laminate styles and is usually used for male patients.
Functional: Slightly rounded shape with sharp edges for optimal performance.
Natural: slightly rounded shape with very sharp fangs.
Young: round shape with long fangs.
Oval: round shape with front teeth and round bite.
Face shape:
Be sure to pay attention to the shape of your face when choosing a laminate. Most face shapes fall into four main categories: heart-shaped, oval, round, and square. Each face type has its tooth size and shapes to balance other features and make you look your best.
Heart-shaped: Round and shorter laminates are more suitable for heart-shaped faces.
Oval: Faces that are oval look better with square teeth. These teeth help to make the face wider and fuller.
Round: Round faces look better with longer, more prominent laminates.
Square shape: round teeth are more suitable for this type of face. Jawlines are defined in square faces and round teeth make this feature more balanced and softer.
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