[Treatment goals in FACE philosophy]

Abstract

Introduction: The FACE philosophy is characterized by clearly defined treatment goals: facial esthetics, dental esthetics, periodontal health, functional occlusion, neuromuscular mechanism and joint function. The purpose is to establish ideal occlusion with good facial esthetics and an orthopedic stable joint position.

Materials and methods: The authors present all the concepts of FACE philosophy and illustrate them through one case report.

Results: Taking into account all the FACE philosophy concepts increases diagnostic ability and improves the quality and stability of treatment outcomes.

Discussion: The goal of this philosophy is to harmonize the facial profile, tooth alignment, periodontium, functional occlusion, neuromuscular mechanism and joint function. The evaluation and treatment approach to vertical problems are unique to the philosophy.