Embrasures are the small triangular gaps between the tips of the teeth, and play an important role in creating a natural balanced look. Unevenly shaped embrasures can be enhanced artistically to achieve an ideal smile.

Ideally, your smile line should be parallel to otherhorizontal aspect of the face such as the eyes. If there isn’t horizontal alignment, it can be created.

The smile line is the relationship between the upper teeth and the lower lip.  In a great smile they are parallel the teeth follow the curve of the lip. The gum line is the relationship between the gums and the upper lip.  The gum line should follow the upper lip and allow for an optimal display of teeth.

Beautiful lips are important to your smile because they act as a frame to your teeth. The shape, symmetry and fullness of your lips all contribute to the beauty of your smile.

Occlusion refers to how your upper and lower teeth come together when your mouth is closed. To create a good bite and an ideal smile, the cusps of the teeth in the lower jaw should meet the depressions of the upper teeth.

Silhouettes refer to the outer curve of your teeth.  In an ideal smile, the curve of one tooth has the same shape as the curve of the tooth next to it. This should begin at the two front central incisors and progress outwards.

Smile width is another important factor in achieving an ideal smile.  With a narrow smile the sides of the teeth are often hidden.  While a wide smile reveals a nice progression of teeth from front to back, and considered more attractive.

Embrasures are the small triangular gaps between the tips of the teeth, and play an important role in creating a natural balanced look. Unevenly shaped embrasures can be enhanced artistically to achieve an ideal smile.

Vertical symmetry is one important part of a pleasing smile. Even if your individual facial characteristics are not symmetric, your teeth can be corrected to create the appearance of a vertical symmetry.