A case of direct restore using 4-META/MMA-TBB resin containing organic filler in patients with severe occlusal surface wear and enamel fracture
10.14368/jdras.2023.39.4.222
- Author:
Dae-Sik KIM
1
;
Gyeong-Je LEE
Author Information
1. Yonseicc Dental Clinic, Wonju, Republic of Korea
- Publication Type:Case Report
- From:Journal of Dental Rehabilitation and Applied Science
2023;39(4):222-228
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
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Abstract:
Attrition is the loss of tooth hard tissue due to contact between teeth, and in severe cases, dentin is exposed, accompanied by selective corrosion and excessive wear of teeth, which is called cupping. If these lesions are left untreated, the size of the lesion gradually increases, breaking the unsupported enamel, resulting in a decrease in aesthetics and chewing function. In this case report, patients with cupping and enamel fracture due to severe attrition were directly restored using a resin with soft properties containing organic fillers. In the follow-up observation six years later, most of the filling of the occlusal surface was eliminated, but the filling on the buccal surfaces remained relatively intact, and it was confirmed that this type of resin was suitable for the area where the occlusal force was relatively weak rather than the area where the occlusal force was greatly applied.
