Diastema closure using direct bonding restorations combined with orthodontic treatment: a case report
Soon-Kong Hwang1, Jung-Hong Ha, Myoung-Uk Jin
1Department of Conservative Dentistry, Kyungpook National University School of Dentistry, Daegu, Korea.
Restorative Dentistry & Endodontics
|February 23, 2013
Abstract:
Closure of interdental spaces using proximal build-ups with resin composite is considered to be practical and conservative. However, a comprehensive approach combining two or more treatment modalities may be needed to improve esthetics. This case report describes the management of a patient with multiple diastemas, a peg-shaped lateral incisor and midline deviation in the maxillary anterior area. Direct resin bonding along with orthodontic movement of teeth allows space closure and midline correction, consequently, creating a better esthetic result.
