Introduction
in: Esthetic and Functional Management of Diastema: A Multidisciplinary Approach, Erdemir U, Yıldız E, Editor, Springer International Publishing Ag, İsviçre, pp.1-4, 2015
- Publication Type: Book Chapter / Chapter Research Book
- Publication Date: 2015
- Doi Number: 10.1007/978-3-319-24361-0_1
- Publisher: Springer International Publishing Ag
- City: İsviçre
- Page Numbers: pp.1-4
- Editors: Erdemir U, Yıldız E, Editor
- Keywords: Median diastema, Orthodontics, Polydiastema, Restorative treatment, Soft tissue consideration, Treatment planning
- Istanbul University Affiliated: Yes
Abstract
The space between the anterior teeth is called diastema and negatively affects the patients’ smile, psychology, and daily business life by creating disharmony on the patients’ face and unattractive smile. Therefore, a comprehensive treatment planning including determination of etiologic factors, soft tissue morphology, occlusion, patient needs, demands, and esthetic considerations should be evaluated carefully for satisfactory outcomes. To accomplish a successful treatment plan and final outcome, multidisciplinary collaboration between orthodontics, restorative dentistry, and periodontology has become necessary in the recent years.