An aesthetic smile is not just about having white and straight teeth. For a truly attractive and natural-looking smile, the lips, teeth, and gums must be in harmony. One of the most crucial factors in achieving this harmony is the lip-to-tooth ratio.

As Dent Laracity, a clinic specializing in aesthetic dentistry in Antalya, we explain the important role of the lip-to-tooth ratio in smile aesthetics.

What Is the Lip-to-Tooth Ratio?

The lip-to-tooth ratio refers to how much of the teeth are visible when smiling and the proportional harmony between the teeth and the face. This ratio is evaluated individually and is considered one of the fundamental elements of an ideal smile.

Why Is Balance Important in an Aesthetic Smile?

1. Supports Facial Symmetry:
Teeth that are in harmony with the upper and lower lips help create facial symmetry and balance.

2. Ensures a Natural Appearance:
Teeth that appear too long or too short can look artificial. A well-proportioned lip-to-tooth ratio makes the teeth look natural and balanced.

3. Provides Aesthetic Protection Against Aging:
As we age, the lips lose volume, and teeth become less visible. Smile design can restore the ideal ratio by taking these changes into account.

4. Increases Aesthetic Satisfaction:
The amount of tooth shown during a smile affects how "genuine, youthful, and healthy" the smile is perceived.

How Is the Ideal Lip-to-Tooth Ratio Determined?

Each person’s facial structure and smile dynamics are unique, so the ideal ratio varies from individual to individual. At Dent Laracity:

Smile analysis is performed using digital smile design
Lip thickness, smile line, tooth lengths, and facial proportions are evaluated
The goal is to achieve the most aesthetically pleasing and natural ratio

How Is the Lip-to-Tooth Ratio Adjusted in Smile Design?

Lengthening or shortening the teeth (porcelain veneers, bonding)
Gum reshaping (pink aesthetics)
Aesthetic filler treatments to support the lips
Combined smile design solutions

At Dent Laracity, we combine dental and aesthetic approaches to create a smile design tailored specifically to your face.

Achieve the Right Balance in Smile Aesthetics in Antalya

If you want to achieve balance in your smile, you need to consider not only your teeth but also your lips and facial structure.
At Dent Laracity, we analyze your lip-to-tooth ratio using precise digital measurements and deliver the most aesthetic and natural results.

Contact us to refresh your smile and find the ideal proportion that suits you best!