Learning Objectives

  • List the oral components and characteristics that contribute to optimal smile esthetics.
  • Discuss methods of assessment of smile esthetics, including utilization of static and dynamic methods to assess tooth and gingival display and lip position and mobility.
  • Understand how individual, patient-based characteristics may impact how smile esthetics are perceived.
  • Discuss methods available to achieve an ideal smile for patients with compromised esthetics.