Abstract

FURUSE, Adilson Yoshio et al. Cosmetic Contouring of Smile. Acta odontol. venez [online]. 2009, vol.47, n.4, pp.274-286. ISSN 0001-6365.

Cosmetic contouring of natural teeth is a treatment with aesthetic benefits that can be considered economical as well as conservative. The dental professional has however not only to restore the smile harmony, but the functional aspects have to be considered at the same time in the treatment planning. Other treatments such as direct adhesive restorative treatments may additionally be used to provide better outcomes to the patients. The aim of the present work thus is to present a case of cosmetic contouring as a suitable aesthetic treatment option

Keywords : esthetic dentistry; cosmetic contouring; composite resins.