periodontia

Impacto da exposição gengival na estética do sorriso

Resumo: Introduction: Currently, the search for aesthetics is growing in dental offices. The complaint of the gingival condition of the smile is a factor that causes great dissatisfaction in the aesthetics of the smile and has a negative impact on the perception of others, affecting the social, personal and professional life of the patients. For a satisfactory result in the treatment of this condition, it is necessary to outline an individualized treatment plan for each patient, making a correct diagnosis of the etiology of the gingival smile, as well as the most appropriate treatment for each case. The aim of the present study was to carry out a literature review on the aspects that influence the aesthetics of the smile, the different etiologies of the gingival smile and the treatment possibilities for each case. Review: The databases used for the bibliographic search were: PubMed, Google Scholar and Scielo with scientific publications dated between 1965 and 2020. Discussion: Studies have shown that the complaint of gingival smile is a factor that causes a great deal dissatisfaction in the aesthetic of the smile and generates a negative impact on the perception of others, affecting the social, personal and professional lives of patients. In addition, the gingival smile has a different etiology, which can be isolated or combined, so the treatment of this condition requires multidisciplinary work. Final considerations: In order to achieve a satisfactory result in the treatment of this condition, it is necessary to draw up an individualized treatment plan for each patient, making a correct diagnosis of the etiology of the gingival smile and later, choosing the most appropriate treatment for each case. Keywords: periodontics, gingival overgrowth, smiling esthetics, dental. Expandir Resumo Acessar Texto Completo