Naslov
A cross-sectional study of the influence of tooth color elements on satisfaction with smile esthetics

Autori
Kovačević Pavičić, Daniela ; Špalj, Stjepan ; Uhač, Ivone ; Lajnert, Vlatka

Izvornik
The International journal of prosthodontics (0893-2174) 30 (2017), 2; 156-159

Vrsta, podvrsta i kategorija rada
Radovi u časopisima, članak, znanstveni

Ključne riječi
esthetics, smile, tooth color

Sažetak
This study investigated the influence of tooth color on patients' satisfaction with the esthetics of their smiles. A shade guide was used to determine the color of the maxillary anterior teeth in 671 participants. Self- reported satisfaction was assessed through five criteria: tooth appearance, color, shape, and position and appearance of the gingiva. The Psychosocial Impact of Dental Aesthetics Questionnaire and an Oral Impact on Daily Performances questionnaire were also used. The predictors of higher patient satisfaction were lower chroma, higher lightness, and uniform color of all maxillary anterior teeth. These are significant but weak predictors of satisfaction with smile esthetics. Color has a low level of influence on satisfaction with a smile's esthetics.

Izvorni jezik
Engleski

Znanstvena područja
Dentalna medicina

POVEZANOST RADA