A Geriatric Patient: Age Is Not a Factor. (13th June 2011)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Klodnitskaya, Lisa; Harutunian, Michele M.; Mareque Buenos, Santiago; Estafan, Denise; Wolff, Mark S.
• Other Names: Abdalla Ali I. Academic Editor.
• Is Part Of: International journal of dentistry. Volume 2011(2011)
• Publication Date: 2011-06-13
• Subjects: Dentistry -- Periodicals; Dentistry; Dentistry -- Periodicals; Electronic journals; Periodicals; 617.6
• DOI: 10.1155/2011/183471
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1687-8728

Abstract

Abstract : Objective. A patient presented to the dental office expressing dissatisfaction with the appearance of his teeth, and as a result, of his smile. Our objective was to satisfy his initial chief complaint: "I don't like how my teeth look when I smile." Methodology. Upon completing all initial exams and consultations, an esthetic dental treatment plan was formulated and agreed upon by both the practitioners and the patient. Results. The patient received periodontal treatment first to create esthetic gingival margins. Anterior ceramic crowns followed. Conclusion. The results surpassed all patient's expectations.