Restoring a Fractured Central Incisor: A Challenge to Overcome

Abstract

Restoring a single central incisor should aim at preserving the affected tooth as well as re-establishing function and esthetic. This clinical report describes a patient with compromised smile due to the fracture of the tooth number 11which was immediately restored by resin waiting for the healing process after the trauma. A zirconia based ceramic restoration was performed. Basic guidelines were followed to guarantee a natural mimicry of the restoration.

Aesthetic Treatment of Traumatized Anterior Teeth: A Case Report

“…They offered more favourable aesthetics by miming naturally the optical properties of the teeth. Another more recent factor influencing the choice of ceramic materials is the pronounced cost for high precious metals as gold [2,13].…”

“…Maxillary incisors are the most frequently affected teeth in both primary and permanent dentition injuries [1]. thus, esthetic and functional results must be considered when determining the proper treatment method [2].…”

“…When the incisors are decayed or fractured, the situation is complicated as it needs prior reconstruction. Currently, fiber posts and cores solve the problem thanks to their elastic behaviour [2]. Recently, several different posts and types of core materials are in use, whereby fiber-reinforced post (FRC) have been used with acceptable results both in clinical practise and in research.…”