title: Management of anterior spacing with orthodontics and prosthodontics.
abstract: Closing maxillary and mandibular diastemas is facilitated by a multidisciplinary approach involving orthodontics and prosthodontics. This case study demonstrates the management of a discrepancy in maxillary and mandibular anterior tooth widths. The problem is resolved by limited orthodontic treatment followed by porcelain laminate veneers. Anterior spacing is one of the major reasons adults seek esthetic treatment. Multidisciplinary treatment (periodontics, orthodontics and/or prosthodontics) is often indicated for an optimal result.
authors: Department of Oral Facial Development, Indiana University School of Dentistry, USA.
authors: W F
authors: WF
authors: Hohlt
authors: S
authors: S
authors: Hovijitra
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D003481:Cuspid / Q000473:pathology; D003776:Dental Porcelain; D017267:Dental Prosthesis Design; D003801:Dental Veneers; D003970:Diastema / Q000628:therapy*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007180:Incisor / Q000473:pathology; D008310:Malocclusion / Q000628:therapy; D018704:Orthodontic Retainers; D014087:Tooth Movement Techniques / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods
chemical_list: D003776:Dental Porcelain