What are the 11 Bespoke smile models, and how do I choose the right tooth shape?
Bespoke offers 11 smile models as starting points. They are designed to emulate the organic contours and proportions found in natural dentition. They are starting points, not limits. ROE's designers can create any custom shape you envision.
The two cuspid families
Every Bespoke smile model belongs to one of two cuspid families, and this is the single largest driver of the smile's character.
- Pointed cuspids are sharp and angular, lending a more youthful, energetic appearance.
- Rounded cuspids are curved and blunted, lending a more mature, approachable appearance.
Beyond the cuspid, the centrals and laterals vary in how square or round each corner is. Each tooth is described by its mesial and distal corner.
The 11 models compared
| Smile model | Cuspid family | Centrals (mesial / distal) | Laterals (mesial / distal) | Character |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Functional | Pointed | Square / Semi-round | Square / Round | Slightly rounded teeth with pointier canines for easier biting and chewing |
| Detailed Functional | Pointed | Square / Semi-round | Square / Round | Functional with more pronounced anatomy and a smoother, more esthetic look |
| Natural | Pointed | Square / Round | Round / Round | Best reflects the average person's dentition; rounder than Functional |
| Detailed Natural | Pointed | Square / Round | Round / Round | More pronounced anatomy, smoother cuspid, gentle arch to centrals and laterals |
| Youthful | Pointed | Round / Round | Round / Round | Exaggerated Natural, with rounded oval teeth and pointy canines |
| Detailed Youthful | Pointed | Round / Round | Round / Round | More pronounced anatomy, rounder cuspid, shorter and rounder centrals and laterals |
| Oval | Rounded | Round / Round | Round / Round | All teeth rounded, including centrals and incisors |
| Detailed Oval | Rounded | Round / Round | Round / Round | Oval with more pronounced anatomy, rounder cuspid, shorter rounder anteriors |
| Enhanced | Rounded | Square / Square | Square / Square | Square teeth with slightly rounded cuspids for a mature appearance |
| Detailed Enhanced | Rounded | Square / Square | Square / Square | Enhanced with more pronounced anatomy and a more youthful, esthetic look |
| Hollywood | Rounded | Square / Round | Square / Round | Square teeth with slightly smaller laterals; cuspids slightly flatter and shorter |
Reading the "Detailed" variants: A Detailed model shares the same corner geometry as its parent model but carries more pronounced tooth anatomy. Choose Detailed when the patient wants visible, lifelike surface character rather than a smoother, more uniform surface.
Interactive 3D models
The Bespoke product page hosts interactive 3D models of all 11 smiles. You can zoom, rotate, and view full screen. This is an effective chairside tool for narrowing a patient's preference before you write the Rx.
Alternatives to the Bespoke models
You are not required to select from the 11. The Rx accommodates several other routes.
| Source | How it works | Rx selection |
|---|---|---|
| Fabulous Smiles | 18 smiles covering shape, character, and translucency, by Kate Brantvik and Przemek Seweryniak (FAB Smiles AB / 3Shape). Available at www.fabsmilesbook.com | Use Smile Catalog, plus smile name |
| The LVI Smile Catalog | 12 distinct smile designs from the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies. View at www.roedentallab.com/LVI-smile | Use Smile Catalog, plus smile name |
| Patient or celebrity photographs | ROE analyzes the photos, captures the essence of the smile, and translates it into a design harmonized with the patient's facial characteristics | Use enclosed photo(s) |
| Study models | Existing models are used as the reference for the custom smile design | Use study model |
| Any other smile guide | ROE will work with any smile guide you prefer and any reference images you find helpful | Other |
- Decide the cuspid family first, since it sets youthful versus mature.
- Decide how much surface anatomy the patient wants, which selects standard versus Detailed.
- Confirm the choice against the patient's age, face shape, and stated goals, then record the reasoning in the Rx instructions field.
- If the patient brings a reference photo, send it. A photograph frequently communicates more than a model name.
Additional Resources
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Contact Information
For help with a digital denture solution for your next case, contact ROE Dental Laboratory:
- Phone: (216) 663-2233
- Email: info@roedentallab.com