Acceptance Towards Smile Makeover Based on Spa Factor - A Myth or Reality

Abstract

Maxillary anterior teeth are of utmost importance as their size and form play an important role not only in facial aesthetics but also dental aesthetics. Aesthetics is one of the primary concerns of patients seeking restorative treatment. Due to this reason, dentists restore maxillary anterior teeth in harmony with the facial appearance of the patients. The aim of the study is to evaluate the incorporation of SPA factor in Fixed dental prosthesis and prevalence of different personalities and its correlation with gender and age. A Cross-sectional, descriptive study was conducted in an institution, on randomly selected individuals. The study group consisted of adult patients who attended the outpatient Department of Prosthodontics from June 2019 - March 2020. Data collection was done and the Chi-square test was used to explore the relationship between two variables. 41% of males accepted treatment. 46% of females accepted treatment. 72% Treatment acceptance was found in the young age group S factor was not followed by 17.8% case, P factor was not followed by 17.3% case, A factor was not followed by 20.4% case SPA plays an important role in the esthetic outcome of the prosthesis, so it should be incorporated in the treatment. More awareness and knowledge is needed for implementation clinically in each and every case. Young adults are more likely to accept esthetic smile makeover treatment, whereas other age groups are not. Accepting maybe because of socioeconomic status or lack of awareness. So it's our responsibility to conduct health education and awareness programs at the society level for patients and also clinical awareness among practitioners to improve the smile quality.