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Dr. Arabella Michelén
Sunday, July 14, 2024
The main objective of dentistry is to ensure the health of all tissues in the oral cavity (teeth, cheeks, gums, temporomandibular joint), their correct function as well as orofacial aesthetics and harmonization.
Orofacial harmonization is a specialty of dentistry, which requires an interrelation with many other areas and special training for the dentist; valuing the three aspects mentioned above, placing each one in its place of priority: health, function and beauty. This is possible, using all the tools provided by high technology, updated knowledge and professional ethics.
The final result provides harmony between the face, the oral cavity and the rest of the body, highlighting the most favorable details of the individual, which are in accordance with their facial features, size, face shape, age, etc.
Orofacial harmonization highlights several important aspects, both aesthetic and functional, of the face and oral cavity, and even increases the patient's self-esteem and confidence.
Most sought after benefits:
1.- Facial contour and symmetry.
2- Smile.
3.- Dental and facial aesthetics.
4.- Improves skin tone and texture.
5.- Recover lost facial volume.
6.- Reduces wrinkles and expression lines.
7.- Allows correct function of the orofacial structures.
8.- Contributes to the well-being of the individual.
When talking about orofacial harmonization, it must be done from a comprehensive approach to the human being, taking into account all the dental treatments that may be needed during the process, orthodontics, tooth replacement, periodontics, among others; without neglecting and carrying out together those of orofacial harmonization, in this way the patient enjoys the benefits of both in less time, and therefore recovering: health, function and beauty.
Among the most common treatments, we can mention,
⁃ the application of botulinum toxin, commonly known as Botox, which fills in expression lines and therefore reduces wrinkles.
⁃ Peelings, excellent for skin care.
⁃ Tension threads, as their name suggests, tighten facial expression.
⁃ Filling, increasing volume,
⁃ Invisalign, invisible orthodontics.
⁃ Teeth whitening and bleaching.
⁃ Dental implants, indicated for replacing lost teeth.
⁃ Aesthetic periodontal surgeries.
Each patient will need a set of treatments specific to him or her, which will be determined after his or her evaluation, which includes a correct medical history, as well as complementary tests. Note that, in order to carry out all these processes, more than one specialist will probably be needed to interact with the patient.
When looking for orofacial harmonization services, the first step to take is to choose a health professional qualified for these purposes, present your expectations, what you expect and he will explain the existing treatment alternatives, advantages, disadvantages and what is possible to achieve; what is desired is not always possible to achieve, improving what exists at the moment is very likely to be possible.
Following the instructions after the procedure and taking care of the procedure is the patient's responsibility, starting with a healthy lifestyle, eliminating bad habits, especially tobacco, alcohol and getting enough sleep, moisturizing the skin, using sunscreen, are simple measures, but they give good results. Time is a key factor, perhaps what can be resolved today and achieve excellent results, in a year, may require more invasive treatments and perhaps with results that do not meet expectations.
Many of these procedures need to be touched up or repeated periodically, for example, the application of Botox; monitoring and continuous communication with the doctor is very important.
Thank God technology advances every day, supported by scientific studies, so new techniques will always be at your service.
Finally, if you can, enjoy good oral health, excellent function and beauty. As long as you choose trained professionals and follow their instructions.
