Patient Stories

Patient Journey

Patient Presentation: A 25-year-old woman came to AICD seeking help for her overall dental health and a smile she was no longer proud of. Her issues included failing old fillings, multiple cavities, and advanced gum disease. The patient was particularly self-conscious about a severely decayed front tooth that required extraction. She was looking for a comprehensive solution that would restore both her oral health and her confidence.

Clinical Findings: Upon examination, Dr. Srivastava found several key issues that needed to be addressed:

• Widespread carious lesions (cavities)
• Generalized gingival inflammation and bleeding
• A non-restorable, severely decayed front tooth
• Breakdown of existing dental work

Treatment Plan: The primary goals of this case were to eliminate disease, restore function, and create a beautiful, lasting smile. Dr. Srivastava designed a personalized, multi-phase treatment plan to meet the patient's needs. The comprehensive care included:

• Periodontal Therapy: First, a thorough gum treatment was performed to address the inflammation and restore her gums to a healthy state, providing a strong foundation for future dental work.
• Dental Implant Placement: To address the missing front tooth, the patient elected to have a dental implant placed. This modern restorative treatment is the gold standard for replacing a missing tooth, offering a permanent, natural-looking solution.
• Cosmetic Smile Design: To complete her smile transformation, we placed several porcelain veneers, Crowns, and other conservative restorations. These procedures not only perfected the shape and alignment of her teeth but also gave her a stunning, flawless smile.

Outcome: The patient's treatment was highly successful. Her oral health improved dramatically, with the gum disease completely resolved and all areas of decay treated. The dental implant for her front tooth provided a strong, natural-looking replacement, and the porcelain veneers restored the health and beauty of her other teeth. The systemic benefit of resolving the chronic infection was evident: her facial complexion dramatically cleared, transitioning her from persistent skin struggles to a glowing, healthy appearance.

She was extremely happy with the final outcome and is now smiling with the confidence she always wanted. This case is a perfect example of how combining restorative and cosmetic dentistry can deliver a truly life-changing result.

Patient Journey

Patient Presentation: A vibrant 50-year-old woman came to AICD with the simple goal of achieving a better, more harmonious smile. Over the years, she had become increasingly dissatisfied with the size, shape, and overall proportions of her teeth, feeling they were too short and lacked the aesthetic balance she desired. She was looking for a solution that would deliver a natural-looking, beautiful change.

Clinical Findings: Upon examination, the primary issues identified by Dr. Srivastava were aesthetic in nature:

• Worn and diminished tooth length: Natural wear had caused her teeth to appear shorter, leading to a less confident smile.
• Suboptimal tooth proportion and shape: The patient felt the general size and alignment of her teeth did not complement her facial features.
• Desire for a brighter, bolder appearance: She was looking for a noticeable, yet realistic, improvement in color and symmetry.

Treatment Plan: After a thorough discussion about her goals and a careful digital smile design process, the ideal solution was a targeted smile makeover using. This plan was chosen for its ability to dramatically and permanently refine the aesthetics of her smile:

• Cosmetic Smile Design: A full mock-up was created to ensure the patient was fully satisfied with the proposed length, shape, and shade of the new teeth before the final restorations were made.
• Porcelain Veneer Placement: Custom-crafted porcelain veneers were placed on the visible upper and lower teeth. This procedure allowed us to expertly control and optimize the size and shape of her teeth, giving her the perfectly proportioned, dazzling smile she had always wanted.

Outcome: The transformation was a resounding success. The completely revitalized her smile, correcting the perceived shortness of her teeth and providing a beautifully balanced aesthetic. The patient's response was overwhelmingly positive—she was ecstatic with the final results and is now proud to show off her refreshed, confident look.