Smile Esthestics in Orthodontics

ISBN-13: 9786204211671 / Angielski / Miękka / 152 str.

Vighanesh Kadam

Opis

Esthetics, which is derived from the Greek word for "perception", deals with beauty and the beautiful. It may be divided into two dimensions: objective (admirable) and subjective (enjoyable) beauty. Objective beauty implies that the object possesses properties that make it unmistakably praiseworthy. Subjective beauty is value-laden and is related to the tastes of the person contemplating it Esthetics, which is derived from the Greek word for "perception", deals with beauty and the beautiful. It may be divided into two dimensions: objective (admirable) and subjective (enjoyable) beauty. Objective beauty implies that the object possesses properties that make it unmistakably praiseworthy. Subjective beauty is value-laden and is related to the tastes of the person contemplating it.Contemporary techniques in orthodontics should lend objective esthetics to the entire orofacial complex involving unity, form, color, function, and display of the dentition. The creation of subjective beauty according to the orthodontist's own preferences may enhance the cosmetic value of treatment given to each patient.The book describes the importance of assessing smile esthetics in Orthodontics.

O autorze

Kadam, VighaneshMeritorious orthodontist successfully completed Masters in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics from Maharashtra University of Health Sciences, India.Currently working as consulting orthodontist in Mumbai, India.