Validity of Horizontal Iris Dimension as a predictor of Denture Esthetics in Melmaruvathur population

Abstract

Esthetics is of utmost importance for a complete Denture seeker and maxillary anterior teeth play a pivotal role in denture esthetics. No study exists till date regarding the use and reliability of any anatomical landmark to assess the size of maxillary central incisors for edentulous patients of Melmaruvathur, Tamil Nadu, India. Horizontal visible iris diameter (HVID) has been correlated positively with central incisor dimensions photogrammetrically. The purpose of this study is to explore the potential role of HVID of the eye in the  central incisor dimensions in the residents of a specified geographical location and revalidate the role of HVID in anterior teeth selection.