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Discussion
Figure 3: Natural facial design
Figure 4: Natural palatal design
Starting the process involved modeling upper
and lower tooth molds that were a reflection
of their natural counterparts. These molds
featured all the special characteristics missing
from existing prefabricated denture teeth
(Figs. 1, 2). It is the first impression, the overall
esthetic appearance that is conveyed in the first
few seconds in which a tooth is viewed, that
counts. These first few seconds are of crucial
importance because this is the time it takes
someone to decide whether the tooth lives
up to his or her expectations. In order to
achieve a natural esthetic outcome, lifelike
tooth molds with facial and palatal surfaces that
feature a truly anatomical design and impart
an impression of natural dentition are essential
(Figs. 3–6).
The objective in modeling esthetic tooth molds
is to achieve a vibrant but not overly exaggerated
facial texture and a practical palatal and
lingual design, which supports clear speech and
phonetics rather than hampering it. In addition,
anterior teeth that have a harmonious, layered
Figure 5: Example of a naturally designed palatal aspect
Figure 6: Silver powder discloses details of the exemplary palatal design.
In order to achieve a
natural esthetic
outcome, lifelike tooth
molds with facial and
palatal surfaces that
feature a truly
anatomical design and
impart an impression
of natural dentition
are essential.
– A New Generation of Denture Teeth: The Perfect Route to Esthetic and Functional Dentures – 37