Co-relation between Philtral Width and Maxillary Central Incisors Width in Central India

Abstract

the patient’s self-esteem and quality of life. Thus, the aim of this study was to evaluate the co-relation between philtral and maxillary combined central incisor width in Central Indian population as a guide to the dimensions of maxillary anterior teeth.

Materials and Methods: Measurement of philtral width was done by measuring the width of philtrum with digital vernier caliper(to the fraction of 1/10th of a millimeter). Measurement of width of central incisor was done intraorally with a digital vernier caliper.

Results: Result of this study revealed a statistically significant positive linear correlation between philtrum width and central incisor width (r = 0.039, p = 0.001).

Conclusion: There is a positive linear correlation between the philtrum width and central incisor width. Using this result, we can provide esthetically pleasant maxillary central incisors with proper tooth width and tooth form according to philtrum width and face form.

Aim and Objective: Successful restoration of a tooth within the aesthetic boundaries results in a distinctly positive effect on