Available online 21 April 2024

The visual appeal of teeth and smiles significantly influences both how others perceive individuals and their self-image and confidence. The subjective nature of dental esthetics, varying greatly among patients and dental professionals, has made digital smile design tools essential for creating natural and personalized esthetics. Contemporary digital methods and workflows encompass all clinical phases, from diagnosis to the creation of a smile aligned with the patient's facial features, and the completion of the restoratives. Digital technologies not only streamline treatment planning, smile designing, and the creation of restorations but also enable effective and time-efficient collaboration among different dental specialists and dental laboratory technicians, enhancing overall patient care. The use of contemporary digital tools in interdisciplinary esthetic treatments is presented, underscoring the role of high magnification for precision, implant placement, minimal invasiveness, and clinical effectiveness.

Scientific studies in dentistry have consistently demonstrated the significant role of facial and dental appearance in shaping public perception and personal judgment.1 Teeth and smiles deemed esthetically pleasing are often linked with attributes such as kindness, intelligence, and high social status.2 Additionally, satisfaction with one’s own smile closely aligns with self-image. Clinical research indicates that issues like tooth misalignment, discoloration, and excessive gingival display

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