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A discoloured anterior tooth: enamel microabrasion
Naeem M Ashfaq1, Matthew Grindrod2, Siobhan Barry2
1University Dental Hospital Manchester, Department of Paediatric Dentistry, Manchester, UK. naeemashfaq@hotmail.co.uk.
British Dental Journal
|April 14, 2019
Summary
This study presents a simple, conservative method for managing discolored enamel using microabrasion and resin infiltration. This minimally invasive approach offers significant improvement for superficial enamel lesions in general dental practice.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Restorative Dentistry
- Dental Materials
Background:
- Dental enamel discolouration affects aesthetics and patient confidence.
- Conservative management options are sought after in general dental practice.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present an easy-to-use, conservative method for managing enamel discolouration.
- To evaluate the efficacy of microabrasion combined with resin infiltration.
Main Methods:
- Microabrasion utilizing abrasive acids to remove superficial enamel layers.
- Application of ICON, a novel resin infiltrant, to improve aesthetics.
Main Results:
- The presented case demonstrated significant improvement in enamel discolouration.
- The combined treatment modality proved effective for superficial enamel lesions.
Conclusions:
- Minimally invasive management of superficial enamel lesions is effective.
- This conservative approach can prevent the need for more invasive dental procedures.
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