Interdisciplinary approach to complete-mouth rehabilitation: a clinical report

Dental fluorosis results from excess fluoride ingestion during tooth formation and is commonly seen in certain endemic areas. Its clinical manifestations may range from white opaque patches of enamel in mild cases to pitting and loss of enamel in severe cases. The treatment of fluorosis is important not only because of esthetic and functional concerns but also to help improve a patient's self-esteem; therefore, a multidisciplinary approach is often necessary. This article describes a multidisciplinary approach to complete-mouth rehabilitation of a patient affected with fluorosis. A confluence of the endodontic, periodontal, orthodontic, and prosthodontic disciplines resulted in improved esthetics and enhanced masticatory efficiency.