Transitional bonding with the Kois deprogrammer: a conservative treatment approach

Restoration of a worn dentition has many challenges and considerations for the restorative dentist. Decisions on how to reconstruct the tooth structure that was lost as well as eliminating the risk factors that caused the problem must be addressed. Adding to the complexity is the ever-present demand for minimal dentistry that will satisfy the goals of the treatment while not increasing the long-term risks. A systematic approach to analyze periodontal, biomechanial, functional, and dentofactial risk must be considered before making treatment recommendations to the patient. The patient's esthetic concerns were addressed in this case using minimal- to no-preparation techniques. The placement of transitional bonding with the aid of a Kois deprogrammer allowed the restorative dentist and laboratory technician to meet the functional and esthetic requirements of the case.