title: Achieving optimal gingival esthetics around restored natural teeth and implants. Rationale, concepts, and techniques.
abstract: The role of prosthetic restorations in the final appearance of the surrounding soft tissues has long been recognized. Innovative prosthodontic concepts as described should be used to enhance the biologic as well as the esthetic data of the supporting tissues, in natural teeth and implants alike. Combined dental treatment modalities of different kinds (i.e., orthodontics, periodontal treatment) are often required for optimal results. Meticulous care and attention to the delicate soft tissues should be given throughout all phases of the treatment, with a view to achieving a functional, healthy, and esthetic oral environment.
authors.affiliation: European Academy of Esthetic, Dentistry, Tel Aviv, Israel.
authors.forename: N
authors.initials: N
authors.lastname: Bichacho
mesh_terms: D016301:Alveolar Bone Loss / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy; D003188:Composite Resins; D016556:Crown Lengthening; D003442:Crowns / Q000009:adverse effects; D000044:Dental Abutments; D015921:Dental Implants; D017267:Dental Prosthesis Design; D019094:Dental Prosthesis, Implant-Supported; D003793:Dental Restoration, Permanent; D003801:Dental Veneers; D003970:Diastema / Q000628:therapy; D004598:Electrosurgery; D004955:Esthetics, Dental; D005260:Female; D005881:Gingiva / Q000033:anatomy & histology*; D005889:Gingival Recession / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy; D005890:Gingivectomy; D005891:Gingivitis / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged; D010347:Patient Care Planning
chemical_list: D003188:Composite Resins; D015921:Dental Implants