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Restorative treatment for patients with excessive vertical overlap
The International Journal of Prosthodontics
|July 1, 1991
Summary
Restoring worn anterior teeth with excessive vertical overlap is challenging due to limited space. This study presents two effective methods for creating adequate space for successful dental restorations.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Restorative Dentistry
- Dental Aesthetics
Background:
- Excessive vertical overlap in anterior teeth presents a common challenge in restorative dentistry.
- Tooth wear can exacerbate space limitations, complicating treatment planning.
Observation:
- Patients with worn anterior teeth and excessive vertical overlap often lack sufficient space for restorative materials.
- This limited space hinders the ability to achieve satisfactory functional and aesthetic outcomes.
Findings:
- Two distinct methods are presented for effectively creating adequate restorative space in such cases.
- These techniques aim to overcome the space deficiency inherent in excessive vertical overlap and tooth wear.
Implications:
- The presented methods offer practical solutions for dentists treating complex anterior restorative cases.
- Successful space creation can lead to improved functional occlusion and enhanced aesthetic results for patients.
- These techniques contribute to the advancement of managing challenging restorative scenarios in anterior dentition.