Ethical limits between aesthetic and cosmetic dentistry

Esthetics is the “new trend” in dental medicine as a natural consequence of the development of modern society, with implications in practice and training. Like any rule in art, but also within the medical field, esthetics must be known and addressed in relation to other medical or non-medical principles (dental cosmetic), respect the ethics rules. Aim. Literature study designed to focus on the current problems that modern dentistry is facing, in relation to esthetic requirements. The literature search strategy in electronic databases: EBSCO Data Base, Dentistry & Oral Sciences Source, Pub Med indexed articles, used Boolean Operators. As a conclusion, the dentist must be familiar with the differences between esthetic and dental cosmetic, must minimize the subjective component of the examination, identify the reasons of presentation, guide the patient in choosing the optimal treatment, including obtaining the desired esthetic results, within the ethical boundaries of the noble medical profession.