What are the Golden Proportions?
Harmony in Numbers
The golden ratio is a mathematical proportion that has been discussed in art, architecture and smile design. In dentistry it can be a useful reference point for thinking about apparent tooth widths, but it is not a universal formula for an attractive smile and should not override individual anatomy or preference.
Our approach to smile design
Tailored to You
Smile design is more useful when proportions are treated as references rather than rules. We consider tooth shape, lip position, gum contours, facial features, bite and the characteristics of your natural teeth. The goal is a result that belongs to the individual rather than a mathematical template.
Palo Alto Oral Health
A Commitment to Excellence
- Proportion is one part of planning. Tooth health, enamel, gum position and the bite matter just as much as visual measurements.
- When restorative treatment is appropriate, material selection and preparation are based on the individual tooth and the amount of healthy structure that can be preserved.
- Photographs, digital scans and trial mockups can help make proposed changes easier to understand before treatment. We explain the tradeoffs and alternatives so the final plan reflects your goals as well as sound dental principles.
Curious how tooth proportions relate to your own smile? Dr. Sharma can compare conservative options including whitening, bonding, orthodontics and porcelain veneers and explain which changes would actually make sense for you.