All-on-X Smile Design for Dentate Patients
All-on-X Smile Design for dentate cases by MV Dental Laboratory combines advanced digital planning with facially driven aesthetics to create a natural, confident smile. By utilising 3D scans, high-resolution facial photographs, and proposed smile setups, clinicians gain a preview of the final results prior to any surgical intervention. This process guarantees that implant placement, tooth dimensions, and smile shape are in sync with the patient's individual facial characteristics and existing teeth, thereby delivering both functional soundness and aesthetic balance.
The All-on-X Smile Design Photo Protocol: Step-by-Step Guide for Dentate Cases
To ensure precise planning and natural-looking results, the All-on-X Smile Design protocol includes a complete photographic workflow—from pre-surgery to surgery day documentation. Each step captures essential aesthetic and clinical information for effective communication with the lab.
Pre-Surgery Data Capture
Digital Scans:
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Perform complete digital scans of the upper and lower arches to capture the full dentate anatomy.
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Complete a bite registration scan with the teeth in centric occlusion to accurately record the patient's bite.
Photographic Documentation
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Take facial photos with dentures in place to show the patient’s natural smile and facial profile.
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Ensure no eyeglasses, hats or facial obstructions are present for a clear, unobstructed view.
Surgery Day Digital Scans
Mid-Surgery Scan:
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After placing the first 2–3 implants, attach scan bodies and scan to capture:
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Scan markers on placed implants.
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Remaining natural teeth.
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Surrounding soft tissue
Final Implant Position Scan:
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After placing all implants, attach scan markers and capture a full scan showing:
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All scan markers
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Remaining natural teeth
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Updated soft tissue contours
Final Implant Position Scan – Photogrammetry:
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Use photogrammetry scan markers to capture precise inter-implant relationships following system protocol.
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