When someone smiles, there are positive and negative aspects of the presentation of the teeth. Positive aspects are e.g. natural brightness, natural translucency, symmetry and a harmonious relationship of teeth and lips. Negative aspects are e.g. discoloured teeth, broken symmetry and spaces. The latter are quite common, and the dentist plays an important role in the removal of these disturbances which impair a natural and aesthetic smile. The case shown describes a clinical problem which can be solved quickly and easily with the help of direct composites and a good finishing technique

Keywords: direct composites