Jorge Pinero, DDS

Figure 1A
A large diastema is a challenging concern for the patient and clinician.

Figure 1B
Preoperative view of the diastema.

Figure 1C
Facial view of preparations and line demarcation for crown lengthening.

Figure 1D
CO₂ laser-assisted gingivectomy/ gingivoplasty technique.

Figure 1E
Provisionals fabricated at the crown-lengthening appointment.

Figure 1F
Final restorations at try-in appointment. Note healing after 2 weeks.

Figure 1G
Final restorations placed with custom color-modified adhesive technique.

Figure 1H
Facial view of the Smile Lifté Procedure shoing esthetic improvement.

Figure 2A
Preoperative view of diastema and PFM restorations.

Figure 2B
CO₂ laser-assisted gingivectomy/ gingivoplasty was performed to increase crown height.

Figure 2C
Postoperative view of CO₂ laser-assisted crown lengthening and anterior preparations.

Figure 2D
Provisional XRVé Herculiteé restorations fabricated to ideal proportions.

Figure 2E
Final restorations with proper length and diastema closure.

Figure 2F
Final restorations placed 2 weeks after surgery and preparations.