Aesthetics Flashcards
what are the 3 objectives of a restoration?
health
function
aesthetics
what is the emergence profile?
Relates to the natural contour of the tooth (shape) and how it changes in angulation of a tooth as it emerges from the gingiva, moving towards incisal edge.
over contouring leads to?
diastema and asymmetry
under contouring leads to?
overhanging ledge = plaque trap
what are features of the middle lobe of the central incisor?
largest
depressed
least prominent
where are developmental grooves?
divide the lobes
run parallel to long axis of tooth
where are transitional line angles?
on each side of tooth
curve round and drop into embrasures
what is the most prominent lobe of the canine?
middle lobe
what groove is the longest on a canine?
distal
when do you shade select?
at the beginning before dehydration
what is the hue?
basic colour (A, B, C, D)
where would you find the true hue?
cervical area
what is the chroma?
intensity of colour (A1, A2, A3, A4)
where do you take the chroma shade?
cervical middle and incisal third of tooth
What does the value measure?
brightness/ lightness (high medium low)
translucencies/ opalescence
characteristics/ intensities i.e., stains
texture/ form
