Aesthetic anterior restorations for children and young adults

Indications for aesthetic anterior restorations include caries, trauma, congenital enamel defects, unaesthetic contour and shape of teeth, tooth discolouration and minor tooth malalignment. Conventional Class III, IV or V cavities can be restored with third and fourth generation composite resins, while glass ionomer cement can be used to restore Class III or V cavities. Laboratory fabricated resin or porcelain veneers enable major shape or colour adjustments of the labial surfaces of anterior teeth. They may be used to treat unaesthetic defects on the tooth surface, moderate to severe tooth discolouration and minor tooth malalignments. The clinical techniques of these restorative treatment modalities have been presented.