Diastema closure using direct bonding restorations combined with orthodontic treatment: a case report.
10.5395/rde.2012.37.3.165
- Author:
Soon Kong HWANG
1
;
Jung Hong HA
;
Myoung Uk JIN
;
Sung Kyo KIM
;
Young Kyung KIM
Author Information
1. Department of Conservative Dentistry, Kyungpook National University School of Dentistry, Daegu, Korea. wisekim@knu.ac.kr
- Publication Type:Case Report
- Keywords:
Diastema closure;
Direct resin bonding;
Midline deviation;
Minor tooth movement
- MeSH:
Diastema;
Esthetics;
Humans;
Incisor;
Tooth;
Tooth Movement
- From:Restorative Dentistry & Endodontics
2012;37(3):165-169
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
Closure of interdental spaces using proximal build-ups with resin composite is considered to be practical and conservative. However, a comprehensive approach combining two or more treatment modalities may be needed to improve esthetics. This case report describes the management of a patient with multiple diastemas, a peg-shaped lateral incisor and midline deviation in the maxillary anterior area. Direct resin bonding along with orthodontic movement of teeth allows space closure and midline correction, consequently, creating a better esthetic result.
