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Recent advances in cosmetic dentistry: A review.

Sidharth Misra, Zainab Yusufali Motiwala, Fatima Nadeem, Krutika Mahendra Gohil, Aditya Puniyani, Gautami Shetty, Sejal Bipin Waghmare, Abhijeet Manohar Nimbalkar

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8 authors.

Sidharth MisraDepartment of General Surgery, Armed Forces Medical College, Pune, Maharashtra 411040, India.
Zainab Yusufali MotiwalaDepartment of Medicine, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh 202002, India.
Fatima NadeemDepartment of Medicine, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh 202002, India.
Krutika Mahendra GohilDepartment of Medicine, Hinduhridaysamrat Balasaheb Thackeray Medical College and Dr. Rustom Narsi Cooper Municipal General Hospital, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400056, India.
Aditya PuniyaniDepartment of General Surgery, Armed Forces Medical College, Pune, Maharashtra 411040, India.
Gautami ShettyDepartment of Prosthodontics, Terna Dental College & Hospital, Nerul, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra 400706, India.
Sejal Bipin WaghmareDepartment of Prosthodontics, Terna Dental College & Hospital, Nerul, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra 400706, India.
Abhijeet Manohar NimbalkarDepartment of Prosthodontics, Terna Dental College & Hospital, Nerul, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra 400706, India.

Funding

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Cosmetic dentistry focuses on enhancing the appearance of teeth, gums, and bite through a multidisciplinary approach involving surgery, orthodontics, periodontics, and restorative techniques. Therefore, it is of interest to review recent innovations, including digital imaging, composite materials, robotic-assisted procedures, and advanced orthodontic systems. Key advancements were noted in teeth whitening, veneers, implants, bonding, and gum contouring. These developments are set to further improve clinical outcomes, patient satisfaction, and accessibility in cosmetic dental care.

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composite bondingCosmetic dentistrydental implantsorthodontics

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PMID40978606
PMCPMC12449501

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