Plan before treatment
Treatment should begin with a plan, not with a procedure.
Space · Proportion · Aesthetics · Dentistry
Understand therelationship first.
At D4, treatment begins by understanding facial proportion, bite balance, and aesthetic judgment — before any procedure is chosen.
D4 Standards
Plan before treatment
Design with context
Design should consider the face, smile, function, and long-term stability.
Clear communication
Patients should understand what the concern is, what the choices are, and where the limitations remain.
DSD Journey
Clarify Choices Before Treatment
D4 was involved early in the international Digital Smile Design system, translating DSD facial analysis, Mockup validation, technician communication, and pre-treatment planning into everyday clinical judgment.
Explore the DSD Journey →The concern is not yet clear
A patient may think the issue is tooth color, while photos, scans, and facial analysis may point to proportion, gumline, tooth length, or smile dynamics.
Too many opinions create confusion
D4 does not rush to offer the most options. The first task is to organize the information and clarify what each choice can and cannot solve.
A better smile should not feel artificial
Design is not only about white and straight teeth. It considers facial shape, lip line, smile dynamics, tooth proportion, and personal character.
Clinical Team
Clinical Team
Dr. Herman Hsu 许恒恺
Digital Smile Design · Aesthetic restorations
Dr. Christine Chen 陈嘉珮
Clear aligners · Braces
Dr. Michelle Kao 高敏瑄
Pediatric dental care · Early orthodontic intervention
Dr. Elaine Niu 钮赢颖
General dentistry · Periodontal care
Dr. Victor Sun 孙庆龄
Restorative dentistry · Implant restorations
Clinical Pathways
Common Consultation Pathways
Start by clarifying the concern, records, and goals before choosing any procedure.
Smile design and veneer restorations
Start with DSD, Mockup, scans, and photography so aesthetic goals, tooth preservation, and long-term maintenance are reviewed together.
Adult orthodontic planning
Review tooth movement, bite, facial records, and retention before choosing braces, aligners, or a combined approach.
Pediatric growth and early intervention
During the mixed dentition stage, D4 reviews space, bite, habits, and growth timing before deciding whether early management is needed.
Digital implant planning
Plan from the final crown position, connecting CBCT, scans, guided surgery, and long-term maintenance in one sequence.
Periodontal stability and maintenance
Stabilize the gums and periodontal foundation before discussing restorations, orthodontics, implants, or long-term care.
Contact
Want to understand your situation further?
If you would like to understand whether your situation is suitable for further consultation, you can contact D4 by phone or WeChat.
Contact D4 →- Phone
- 021-6333 1836
- D4DentalClinic
- Address
- Suite 3002, 30F, L'Avenue Office Tower, 99 Xianxia Road, Changning District, Shanghai