Dental Implants : Considerations in Esthetic Zone

Esthetics signifies “natural beauty”, a quality that comes from within. It has become increasingly important in the practice of modern dentistry and are synonymous with a natural, harmonious appearance. An attractive or pleasing smile clearly enhances the acceptance of an individual in our society by improving the initial impression in interpersonal relationships. Esthetic implant surgery is an advanced treatment modality in today’s field of implantology, aiming to achieve an ideal esthetic and functional treatment outcome within the alveolar ridge or the edentulous spaces.However, placement of a dental implant in the esthetic zone is a technique sensitive procedure with little room for error. A subtle mistake in the positioning of the implant or the mishandling of soft or hard tissue can lead to esthetic failure and patient dissatisfaction. Hence, there are various considerations to be kept in mind before placement of implants in the esthetic zone – 1) Diagnostic considerations 2) Facial evaluation 3) Pre implant surgical management 4) Implant positioning 5) Treatment complications