Today we are presenting the case of a patient who came to our practice worried about how aged his smile looked. His teeth were significantly crowded and darkened, and he had marked gum recession that left the necks of the teeth exposed. On top of that, the inflammation of the gums made the situation worse, causing discomfort and increasing the risk of periodontal disease.
Crowding affects not only appearance but also makes proper oral hygiene difficult, increasing the risk of decay and periodontal disease. In this patient’s case, the crowding had led to a build-up of plaque and tartar, darkening his teeth and accentuating the aged look of his smile.
The first stage of treatment was to align his teeth. Dr. Peydro used a clear aligner system to move the teeth into the right position. That approach not only improved the way they looked but also relieved the pressure on the gums, allowing them to recover from the inflammation. That let the gums recover, reducing inflammation and the risk of periodontal disease. Once the orthodontic stage was complete, Dr. Marta Peydro took over to carry out the teeth whitening and the esthetic build-ups with composite. Whitening was a crucial part of rejuvenating the smile. Dr. Peydro used a professional whitening system that removed the stains and discoloration built up over the years
As well as the whitening, several composite build-ups were carried out to restore the shape and function of the damaged teeth. That material was chosen for its durability and its ability to mimic the natural appearance of enamel. Dr. Peydro carefully rebuilt the worn edges and the areas around the exposed necks of the teeth, giving them back their original shape and function.
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