How is Digital Smile Design Done?

Digital Smile Design is a detailed process consisting of several stages. Each stage is meticulously executed and customised according to the needs of each patient:

• Photo and Video Shooting: Before starting the treatment, photographs and videos of the patient’s face and teeth are taken from various angles. These records form the basis of the smile design and how the teeth look when the patient is laughing, talking or making different facial expressions is analysed.
• Digital Measurement and Analysis: The data obtained are analysed in a computer environment and a smile design is made in accordance with the patient’s facial structure. The size, shape, colour and arrangement of the teeth are determined at this stage. In addition, the patient’s expectations and demands are also taken into account in this process.
• Digital Simulation: One of the most important features of digital smile design is the visualisation of the design in a digital environment. The dentist digitally simulates the patient’s new smile using special software. In this way, the patient can see in advance what kind of smile he/she will have when the treatment is completed and can request changes if necessary.
• Modelling and Treatment Plan: Based on the digital smile design approved by the patient, the dentist creates the treatment plan. At this stage, aesthetic and functional procedures such as teeth whitening, dental veneers, orthodontic treatment or implants can be planned.
• Treatment and Application: Necessary procedures are performed on the teeth in accordance with the approved smile design. In this process, procedures such as teeth whitening, porcelain veneers, aesthetic filling, implants can be applied. The treatment process can be completed in several sessions depending on the needs of the person.

Advantages of Digital Smile Design

Digital Smile Design offers many advantages both aesthetically and functionally. Here are some important benefits obtained with this method:

• Personalised Design: Each individual’s facial structure, teeth and smile are different. Digital smile design offers a personalised design specific to each patient by taking these differences into consideration. Thus, the results are much more natural and harmonious with the face.
• Possibility to see the result in advance: Thanks to digital simulation, the patient has the chance to see how the new smile will look before starting the treatment process. This gives the patient confidence and increases the likelihood of being satisfied with the result.
• Faster and More Effective Treatment: Thanks to digital technologies, the treatment process is accelerated. Since the teeth are measured and analysed digitally, the treatment stages progress faster and the margin of error is minimised.
• Natural and Aesthetic Results: Digital smile design provides dental aesthetics in perfect harmony with facial contours. This guarantees that the results are both natural and aesthetic.
• Patient Satisfaction: Involving the patient in every stage of the process increases the patient’s satisfaction with the result at the end of the treatment. Patients can have the smile they dream of with these designs made in line with their expectations.