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allowed direct axial forces and had minimized off axial forces on the implant. Disclusion in excursive movements was given attention. Since, upper left can- ine was missing and was rep- laced with an implant supported bridge, a group functions was advisable,4 whereas on the right side, canine-guided occlusion was given, since natural canines were present. Discussion Dental problems are often multi-factorial, and may not be satisfactorily resolved by the restorative treatment alone.5 Creating the perfect smile along with health is a challeng- ing procedure that requires a multidisciplinary approach, and meticulous treatment plan- ning. Emphasis was given on occlusal adjustments in both temporary and final restora- tion, since occlusal rehabilita- tion is the key to long-term success of the restorations and the oral health. References 1. Spear F, Kokich V, Mathews D. Interdisciplinary management of anterior dental esthetics. JADA 2006, Vol.137; 160-170. 2. F. Dennis. Complete artificial dentition supported by endos- seous implants: a case report of total in-office treatment. JOI 91-97. 3. R Patil. Textbook of Esthetic Dentistry: An Artists Science. 4. I Ahmad. Anterior dental esthe- tics: A gingival perspective. British Dental Journal 2005; 199: 195–202. doi: 10.1038/ sj. bdj.4812611. 5. I Ahmad. Geometric conside- rations in anterior dental esthetics: Restorative prin- ciples. PPAD 1998; 10(7): 813-22. DT Clinical DeNtaltribuNe|april-June, 201020 Fig. 3f: Post-operative OPG Fig. 4: Anterior excursive view Dr Ratnadeep Patil has main- tained a successful private prac- tice specializing in aesthetic and implant dentistry in Mumbai, since 1988. He is a diplomate of the International College of Oral Implantologists and is an active member of International Associa- tion of Dental Research. He has authored a clinical textbook on aesthetic dentistry (Esthetic Dentistry: An Artist’s Science) and been actively involved in conducting continuing dental education programmes. Dr Kripa Shetty has graduated from A B Shetty Dental College. She is an associate dental surgeon at Smile Care®, with special focus on restorative & esthetic dentistry. She is an active member in research and publication division of Smile Care®. Dr Kavita Mahesh has been in clinical practice since she gradu- ated from the Government Dental College and Hospital, Mumbai in 2002. She completed her post- graduate certificate in implant dentistry at New York. She is ac- tively involved in clinical research and continuing dental education programs with the Smile Care® team. About the authors congress@fdiworldental.org www.fdiworldental.org FDI Annual World Dental Congress 2-5 September 2010 Salvador da Bahia, Brazil 3f