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Esthetics in pediatric dentistry
1New York Hospital, Medical Center of Queens, USA.
The New York State Dental Journal
|February 1, 1995
Summary
This study evaluates esthetic restoration options for children's front teeth, including various crowns and endodontic repairs for severe decay. It compares the effectiveness of different esthetic anterior restorations for primary teeth.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Dentistry
- Restorative Dentistry
- Esthetic Dentistry
Background:
- Esthetic restorations for anterior primary teeth are crucial for function and appearance.
- Severe decay, such as nursing bottle caries, presents challenges in primary dentition restoration.
- Various restorative materials and techniques exist, each with unique benefits and drawbacks.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of different esthetic primary crowns.
- To describe the repair of severely decayed anterior primary teeth using endodontic therapy and posts.
- To assess the efficacy of alternative esthetic anterior restorations.
Main Methods:
- Comparative evaluation of stainless steel crowns, composite strip crowns, preformed ceramo-base metal crowns, and stainless steel crowns with composite facings.
- Description of endodontic therapy and stress-relieved post placement for severely decayed teeth.
- Assessment of fixed and removable esthetic anterior restoration options.
Main Results:
- Different primary crowns offer varied esthetic outcomes and clinical performance.
- Endodontic treatment with posts can effectively restore severely decayed primary anterior teeth.
- Both fixed and removable alternative restorations show potential efficacy.
Conclusions:
- Selection of esthetic restorations for primary anterior teeth depends on material properties and clinical needs.
- Advanced restorative techniques enable successful management of extensive decay in primary anterior teeth.
- A range of esthetic options are available for restoring primary anterior dentition.