Aesthetic Management of Erosive Tooth Wear in a Young Egyptian Swimmer: A Case Report

BACKGROUNDTooth wear can have a multifactorial aetiology which requires thorough patient assessment and aesthetic management. PURPOSEThis case report discusses the management of a young, Egyptian swimmer complaining of tooth sensitivity associated with erosive tooth wear. Anterior teeth were restore...

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Published in:Clinical, cosmetic and investigational dentistry cosmetic and investigational dentistry, 2021, Vol.13, p.201-209
Main Authors: Salem, Mennatallah N, Hafez, Shereen
Format: Report
Language:English
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Summary:BACKGROUNDTooth wear can have a multifactorial aetiology which requires thorough patient assessment and aesthetic management. PURPOSEThis case report discusses the management of a young, Egyptian swimmer complaining of tooth sensitivity associated with erosive tooth wear. Anterior teeth were restored using the injection molding technique, also known as the injectable composite resin technique, to overcome the patient's complaint and enhance the aesthetics of compromised anterior teeth. PATIENTS AND METHODSThorough patient assessment was followed by impression taking, a diagnostic wax-up and intraoral mock-up fabrication for aesthetic, functional and biological verification. Upon the patient's agreement on the proposed treatment, an injection molding technique was carried out. CONCLUSIONThe tooth loss pattern associated with erosive tooth wear in competitive swimmers showed a very characteristic presentation. Detailed patient history is imperative for successful assessment of the risk factors contributing to the condition and treatment planning in such cases. The use of injection molding technique for restoration of anterior teeth is a simple, straightforward and aesthetically pleasing alternative for patients with erosive tooth wear requiring direct composite veneers.
ISSN:1179-1357
1179-1357
DOI:10.2147/CCIDE.S308045