CHARACTERIZATION – THE ART AND SCIENCE OF PROSTHODONTICS
Authors: Krishna Prasad D , ANUPAMA PRASAD D2* AND AYUSH VERMA

ABSTRACT
Prosthodontics is a unique speciality combining art, philosophy and science. This makes aesthetics an important guiding factor in any treatment plan involving Prosthodontic rehabilitation. Aesthetics is a subjective entity and patient’s expectation should hold great importance in fabrication of the prosthesis. Dentist should be capable enough to identify the patient’s demand and incorporate that in further treatment. A great volume of methods and materials have been introduced and the existing ones have evolved over time to better achieve aesthetic requirements. The dentist should give due consideration to appearance of removable prosthesis, fixed dental and implant supported prosthesis as well as the maxillofacial prosthesis in order to achieve greater patient satisfaction. Keywords: Characterization, Aesthetics, Customization, Detailing, Appearance
Publication date: 01/04/2023
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https://doi.org/10.31032/IJBPAS/2023/12.4.7027