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Biological restorations using tooth fragments

A L Busato1, A D Loguercio, A N Barbosa

  • 1Departamento de Odontologia Restauradora, Faculdade de Odontologia, Universidade Federal de Pelotas, Pelotas, RS, Brazil.

American Journal of Dentistry
|November 21, 1998
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This study introduces a novel dental restoration using sterilized human tooth fragments. While offering aesthetic and cost benefits, challenges include material sourcing and patient acceptance of using donor teeth.

Area of Science:

  • Restorative Dentistry
  • Biomaterials Science
  • Dental Prosthetics

Background:

  • The need for cost-effective and aesthetically pleasing dental restorations is significant.
  • Existing restorative materials may present limitations in terms of cost, aesthetics, or biocompatibility.
  • Novel approaches utilizing biological materials are being explored in dentistry.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe a

Main Methods:

  • Utilized sterilized human extracted teeth from a tooth bank as the primary restorative material.
  • Employed adhesive materials for the integration of dental fragments.
  • Investigated the feasibility of indirect restoration fabrication.

Main Results:

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  • The technique offers potential advantages in terms of restorative material source (extracted teeth), aesthetics, and reduced treatment cost.
  • Patients reported a positive psychological impact, valuing the restoration of their missing tooth.
  • Challenges identified include difficulties in sourcing suitable tooth fragments, complexities in indirect restoration procedures, and achieving precise color matching.
  • Some patients expressed reluctance due to the unconventional nature of using donor teeth.

Conclusions:

  • This biological restoration technique presents a unique approach using human dental fragments.
  • While offering benefits like aesthetics and cost-effectiveness, significant challenges in material selection, procedural execution, and patient acceptance need to be addressed.
  • Further research is warranted to refine the technique and overcome current limitations for broader clinical application.