Partial anterior indirect restorations in cases with dentin exposure.

Area of Science:

• Dentistry
• Restorative Dentistry
• Dental Materials

Background:

• Partial anterior ceramic restorations are a viable option for restoring tooth esthetics, strength, and function.
• Minimally invasive dentistry, bio-emulation, and adhesive technology are crucial for successful restorations.
• Traditional approaches often favor full-crown preparations for teeth with over 50% dentin exposure due to concerns about retention.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the efficacy of bonding laminate veneers to teeth with extensive dentin exposure using a specific protocol.
• To demonstrate the potential of partial restorations in cases previously considered for full crowns.

Main Methods:

• A step-by-step protocol for bonding laminate veneers was applied in two clinical cases.
• The protocol focused on utilizing adhesive technology for retention on teeth with significant dentin exposure.

Main Results:

• The partial restorations demonstrated good survival rates despite extensive dentin exposure.
• The described protocol facilitated successful bonding of laminate veneers, reestablishing esthetics and function.

Conclusions:

• Partial anterior ceramic restorations can be successfully bonded to teeth with extensive dentin exposure.
• This approach offers a viable alternative to full-crown preparations, preserving more tooth structure.