Case Report: Ultraconservative CAD/CAM Ceramic Restorations for the Treatment of Developmental Enamel Defects
Journal Title: International Journal of Oral and Dental Health - Year 2016, Vol 2, Issue 4
Abstract
Objective: Developmental enamel defects can cause a number of problems to patients. Tooth sensitivity, loss of aesthetics and functionality of the involved teeth are some of the many problems reported by patients. This clinical report aims to present a treatment modality for developmental enamel defects following a very conservative approach to restore functionality and aesthetics. Materials and methods: Treatment planning was done after considering primarily the conservation of the remaining tooth tissues, but also aesthetics, occlusion and the advances of new restorative modalities. Teeth preparations were done according to an ultra-conservative design to accept ceramic onlay restorations fabricated using a CAD/CAM system. Results: The patient was reviewed in 6, 12 and 18 months. The United States Public Health Service (USPHS) Criteria were used to evaluate the restorations, which scored As in all of the criteria except the criterion of surface texture. Conclusions: The use of CAD/CAM technology in patients with developmental enamel defects is very promising, as it can provide high quality minimal invasive restorations.
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