Cosmetic procedures like double eyelid surgery and rhinoplasty, alongside minimally invasive treatments such as laser rejuvenation and injectables, enjoy immense popularity worldwide. Dental aesthetics, as a branch of cosmetic surgery, is equally sought after by beauty enthusiasts. But what specific conditions does dental aesthetics primarily address?
Cosmetic surgery has swept the globe, no longer a novelty in Western nations or Southeast Asian countries.In countries like Japan and South Korea, cosmetic surgery is even considered quite commonplace. The range of procedures and treatments is diverse and extensive. Among these, dental aesthetics stands out as a particularly popular choice among beauty-conscious women. However, dental aesthetics must be tailored to the individual. Below are the eight main indications for dental aesthetics:
1.Patients with crowded teeth: Characterized by teeth protruding inward or outward, resulting in an unattractive appearance, difficulty in cleaning, increased susceptibility to cavities, and a higher risk of tartar buildup leading to periodontal disease.
2. Anterior crossbite, also known as "underbite," where the lower teeth overlap the upper teeth. Some individuals experience only dental crossbite;while others exhibit both dental and skeletal abnormalities, termed skeletal retrognathia. This involves underdevelopment of the maxilla (retrognathia) and overdevelopment of the mandible (prognathia), resulting in a concave midface and a crescent-shaped profile that compromises aesthetics and function.
3. Patients with diastemas: Characterized by excessive gaps between teeth.
4. Deep overbite: Also known as "buck teeth," some cases involve only protruding upper front teeth or inward-tilted lower front teeth; others stem from skeletal deformities. Among these individuals, some exhibit excessive forward projection of the upper front teeth and upper gum, while the chin recedes behind the upper lip or lacks a defined chin contour entirely.
5. Bilateral protrusion, or protrusion of both upper and lower front teeth, causing a protruding lip. Patients may struggle to close their lips without exertion, resulting in a gaping mouth with teeth exposed.
6. Lockjaw: Patients with teeth lacking occlusal function.
7. Posterior crossbite or lockjaw: Impairs dental occlusion and may lead to long-term maxillofacial deviation and deformity.
8. Deep overbite (excessive front tooth overlap): Characterized by the inability to see the lower front teeth when biting. Some cases involve skeletal deformities manifesting as a short lower face. This malocclusion increases the risk of biting the upper gum, as well as periodontal disease in the front teeth and temporomandibular joint disorders.