Photographic Study of Different Smile Parameters in the Newar Population Pursuing Orthodontic Treatment

Authors

  • Rosha Shrestha Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, KIST Medical College Teaching Hospital, Imadol, Nepal.
  • Gaurav Acharya Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, KIST Medical College Teaching Hospital, Imadol, Nepal.
  • Suvit Maskey Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, Institute of Medicine, TUTH, Kathmandu, Nepal.
  • Bishal Karki Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, KIST Medical College Teaching Hospital, Imadol, Nepal.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.61122/jkistmc366

Keywords:

Esthetic, Newar, Orthodontic treatment, Smile, Study

Abstract

Introduction: A smile is a facial expression that typically express joy, friendship and appreciation. Various parameters of smile play important role in esthetics of the patient. The study of smile parameters play crucial role and can be helpful in orthodontic diagnosis and treatment planning.

Methods: Frontal view photographs were assessed with a posed smile. This is the descriptive study of various smile parameters. The smile arc, upper lip curvature, smile line and the amount of teeth visible while smiling were studied.

Results:Average smile line (47.1%), consonant smile arc(43.8%), straight lip curvature (48.8%), and teeth displayed up to 2nd premolars (34.7%) while smiling were found.

Conclusion: It isconcluded that the majority of the study participants had an average smile line, a consonant smile arc, a straight upper lip curve, and teeth that were visible up to their 2nd premolars while smiling.

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Published

2026-01-31

How to Cite

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Shrestha R, Acharya G, Maskey S, Karki B. Photographic Study of Different Smile Parameters in the Newar Population Pursuing Orthodontic Treatment. J. KIST Med. Col [Internet]. 2026 Jan. 31 [cited 2026 May 1];8(15):35-9. Available from: https://www.jkistmc.org.np/jkistmc/index.php/JKISTMC/article/view/366

Issue

Vol. 8 No. 15 (2026): Journal of KIST Medical College

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