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[Closing diastemas]
L C Vieira1, J C Pereira, J L Coradazzi
1Departamento de Estomatologia da Faculdade de Odontologia da UFSC.
Revista De Odontologia Da Universidade De Sao Paulo
|April 1, 1990
Summary
This case study demonstrates using composite resin for dental restorations. It successfully closed a gap between incisors and reshaped teeth for improved aesthetics.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Restorative Dentistry
- Cosmetic Dentistry
Background:
- Diastema, or gaps between teeth, can affect aesthetics.
- Congenitally missing or misshapen teeth require restorative solutions.
- Composite resin offers a versatile material for dental reconstructions.
Observation:
- A clinical case involving a patient with upper central incisors diastema.
- A conoid (cone-shaped) upper lateral incisor was observed.
- An upper canine tooth needed reshaping to function as a lateral incisor.
Findings:
- Successful closure of the diastema between upper central incisors using composite resin.
- Reconstruction of the conoid upper lateral incisor with composite resin.
- Reshaping of the upper canine to a functional and aesthetic lateral incisor using composite resin.
Implications:
- Composite resin is an effective material for complex smile makeovers.
- This case highlights conservative treatment options for dental anomalies.
- Restorative techniques can significantly improve patient function and appearance.