Dr. Sergi Miralles, specialist in Aesthetics and Oral Rehabilitation at the Ahoa Clinic and member of the international Digital Smile Design team, has implemented this new concept in dental aesthetics in Barcelona.
What exactly does the Digital Smile Design concept consist of?
Digital Smile Design is digital technology applied to cosmetic dentistry. This is a new work protocol that allows us to evaluate each case in more detail, diagnose more accurately and obtain a more predictable final result. To do this, we use a combination of digital photos, videos and specific measurements.
This digital studio is quite new in Barcelona, and even at a national level. How did you get to know him?
I try to always be up to date, since spectacular research and advances are being made internationally in the field of aesthetic dentistry. In this case, I was certified as a "Digital Smile Design Team Member" after participating in the course taught by Dr. Christian Coachman and Mr. Livio Yoshinaga in Tel Aviv (Israel).
Every day there are more people who care about improving the appearance of their smile. Is dental aesthetics becoming more and more important in our lives?
In today's society, aesthetics is important in both personal and professional relationships. Not only because of how they see us, but because of how we feel about ourselves. Appearance, like having a beautiful smile, is directly related to well-being, personal safety, and professional success. That is why aesthetic dental treatments are increasingly in demand.
How does the Digital Smile Design system benefit the patient?
In the first place, and what makes an abysmal difference with other protocols, is that the patient can not only see the final result before carrying out the treatment, but also actively participates in its design, he is the co-author of his own smile. Thus, the smile is fully integrated into his physical appearance, responds to his expectations and his psychology.
This process seems complex. Does it lengthen the treatment time?
No, on the contrary: it facilitates it and speeds it up. As the treatment has already been planned virtually, and with a very high precision, we can carry it out in just two visits. In the first we begin to prepare the teeth, and after seven days we proceed to their placement.
Can the DSD concept be applied to any patient and case?
Definitely! Anyone who wants to improve any aspect of their smile can opt for this digital study. The naturalness of a smile does not happen by accident, we can change the position of the gums to improve dental proportions and symmetries, or achieve a tooth color with which the patient feels comfortable.
In addition, we can apply the result of this study to any implant surgery with immediate loading, since the planning of this protocol is extremely precise and the aesthetic results are very predictable.
Any last recommendation?
Simply for the person to ask themselves a question: do I smile without a problem, or am I one of those who hides their smile? In the second case, what I recommend is that you consult us without hesitation, you will see that the process is easier and more comfortable than you thought, and that smiling again will have an unimaginable impact on your life.