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Enamel microabrasion: 10 years experience

T P Croll1

  • 1Department of Pediatric Dentistry, School of Dental Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, USA.

Asian Journal of Aesthetic Dentistry
|January 1, 1995
PubMed
Summary

Enamel microabrasion effectively treats tooth discolouration and improves appearance. Combining it with bleaching offers superior cosmetic results, with a decade of clinical data supporting its efficacy.

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Area of Science:

  • Dentistry
  • Cosmetic Dentistry

Background:

  • Enamel microabrasion emerged in the mid-1980s for correcting enamel discolouration.
  • Over a decade, understanding of techniques, outcomes, and enamel changes has significantly advanced.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the current status of enamel microabrasion ten years post-introduction.
  • To present the latest treatment protocols and clinical findings.

Main Methods:

  • Review of clinical observations and long-term results.
  • Presentation of updated enamel microabrasion techniques.
  • Documentation of treatment outcomes through photographic case histories.

Main Results:

  • Established best practices for enamel microabrasion technique.
  • Demonstrated long-term treatment success and predictable outcomes.
  • Identified benefits of combined enamel microabrasion and tooth bleaching therapy.

Conclusions:

  • Enamel microabrasion is a proven method for improving tooth aesthetics.
  • Combined therapies offer enhanced cosmetic results for select patients.
  • A decade of clinical experience provides a robust understanding of the procedure.

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