| Literature DB >> 18254565 |
Ana Carolina Scarpelli1, Ana Paula Sales Reboucas, Thiago Compart, Joao Batista Novaes-Júnior, Saul Martins Paiva, Isabela Almeida Pordeus.
Abstract
Alterations in tooth shape and size are related to impaired esthetic appearance and facial harmony and can have a negative effect on a patient's self-esteem. Many alternatives for treating peg-shaped teeth are described in the literature. This article presents two clinical cases involving peg-shaped lateral incisors that were transformed with composite resins, addressing aspects related to treatment alternatives and facial esthetics. At a seven-year recall visit, the composite resins were problem-free and the patients remained very happy with the treatment outcome. Composite resin appears to be an adequate alternative to direct treatment options for restoring peg-shaped incisors.Entities:
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Year: 2008 PMID: 18254565
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Gen Dent ISSN: 0363-6771