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Diagnosis and Management of Maxillary Incisors Affected by Incisal Wear: An Interdisciplinary Case Report
Author(s) -
BERNARDON JUSSARA KARINA,
MAIA ELAINE A. VILELA,
CARDOSO ANTÔNIO CARLOS,
ARAÚJO EDSON MEDEIROS,
MONTEIRO SYLVIO
Publication year - 2002
Publication title -
journal of esthetic and restorative dentistry
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.919
H-Index - 60
eISSN - 1708-8240
pISSN - 1496-4155
DOI - 10.1111/j.1708-8240.2002.tb00175.x
Subject(s) - tooth wear , dentistry , orthodontics , medicine , restorative dentistry , anterior teeth
In the attempt to restore anterior teeth affected by erosion and bruxism, many clinicians have been frustrated with the constant restorative failures. Frequently, these failures are attributed to the restorative materials employed, especially in cases in which composite resins are used. However, some flaws of the restorations are related to the oversight of occlusal principles. The purpose of this article is to discuss the etiology, signs, and symptoms of incisal wear, with special attention to that caused by bruxism and chemical erosion. Relatively simple management techniques (e.g., occlusal adjustment, adhesive restorations) are proposed, and the diagnosis and management of a representative clinical case is presented.