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Published on: July 27, 2022
Aesthetic management of discoloured incisors in children
Aiman Tahir1,2,3,4, Nabeela Caratela1,2,3,4, Fatima Niazi1,2,3,4
1Aiman Tahir BDS (Hons), MFDS RCSEd Dental Core Trainee in Paediatric Dentistry Birmingham Dental Hospital, Birmingham, UK.
Abstract:
Children can often present with discolouration of their teeth, commonly affecting their permanent maxillary central incisors. These opacities can often cause children to suffer with psychosocial and confidence related issues. With long waiting lists in secondary care, many children may face increased waiting times to receive aesthetic dental treatment. It is important that the dental professional is aware of the different causes of discolouration, the possible treatment options and when to consider a referral to secondary care.
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