--- title: jCD Free Feature FORM landing page description: Offering a simpler and more precise approach for mouth rehabilitations, digitally designed smiles and digital wax-up techniques produce consistently predictable results with minimal errors. The clinical case presented in this article describes the steps in digital smile design planning and the “copy-paste” or direct pressed technique (DPT). image: https://go.aacd.com/hubfs/jCD-logo-black-background.jpg --- [Skip to content](https://go.aacd.com/jcd-free-feature#main-content) ![jcd-freefeature-header](https://go.aacd.com/hubfs/AACD%20Publications/jCD/jcd-freefeature-header.jpg "jcd-freefeature-header")   **Achieving Excellence with a Minimally Invasive** **Interdisciplinary Approach** **By Megan A. Shelton, DMD**   ![Shelton_IG_39.2_r1](https://go.aacd.com/hubfs/Shelton_IG_39.2_r1.jpg "Shelton_IG_39.2_r1") ## Synopsis The restoration of one or two teeth in the anterior dentition is one of the most challenging procedures a dentist can perform. This article discusses the use of tooth alignment in conjunction with thorough laboratory communication to produce a conservative and esthetic outcome with two porcelain veneers.  Using digitally planned orthodontic treatment modalities to create the ideal amount of space around teeth allows for symmetrical restorative options that involve less removal of tooth structure.   ## Download This Article Please enter the following information to receive this featured article from the *Journal of Cosmetic Dentistry.*   We do not share or sell your personal information with any third party companies. The information gathered here helps us share relevant information and AACD specials with you. [Privacy Policy](http://www.aacd.com/privacy-policy) [facebook-f icon](https://www.facebook.com/theaacd25) [linkedin-in icon](https://www.linkedin.com/company/american-academy-of-cosmetic-dentistry/mycompany/?viewAsMember=true) [instagram icon](https://www.instagram.com/theaacd/?hl=en) [Follow us on Facebook](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkZ1dZLlAg7Mto4yYvn-Ytw) Copyright © 2025, American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry 200 River Place, STE 150 Monona, WI 53716 United States of America  Ph: 800.543.9220 • 608.222.8583