This session will provide an introduction to the smile design principles and discuss clinical cases and the use of digital smile design (DSD) on simple Keynote/Powerpoint software.

To revise key elements in smile aesthetics and smile design

To discuss what is ‘perfection’ and what is the threshold of ‘imperfection’ of smile aesthetics in day-to-day clinical cases.

Compare modern pulp therapy materials

To introduce photography requirements for smile design / DSD

To understand how smile design may facilitate treatment planning and dentist/technician/patient communication