Restoration of severely decayed primary anterior teeth is often considered as a special challenge by pedodontists. This case report presents a 5-year-old boy with severely damaged maxillary right canine. Subsequent to root canal treatment, a reversed (upside-down) metal post was put into the canal and composite build-up was performed. This new method offers a simple, practical and effective pro...

Traumatic injuries of the maxillary anterior teeth, especially the permanent dentition, have a psychological impact on both the parents and the child as untreated fractured teeth has been directly related to the emotional state and appearance [1,2]. Dental trauma can result in a number of injuries involving the tooth and the supporting structures. Six types of luxation and seven types of tooth ...

Background: Variation in tooth size is influenced by genetics and environmental factors. To improve the quality of dental care available, data is required on the Mesiodistal crown dimensions of the teeth of Punjab population. Materials and Methods: The study sample consisted of study casts of 300 subjects (150 males; 150 females) with an age range of 12-14 years of Punjab population. Alginate I...

The most promising solution to missing teeth in today’s world seems to be Implants. Conventional fixed partial dentures and resin bonded bridges are the most commonly used alternatives. However, it is not always possible to use these solutions, especially in case of missing anteriors with excessive space. A simple yet often overlooked solution to replacing missing teeth and maintaining the dias...

BACKGROUND Bone preservation is an essential issue in the context of last teeth extraction and complete edentulism. The intended treatment, whether a complete denture or an implant placement, is facilitated with a voluminous residual ridge. Bone resorption after multiple extractions has not been as well studied as the bone resorption that occurs after the extraction of a single tooth. Recent ad...

Dental caries and the severity (depth) and area of erosions of tooth substance were studied in 11 bulimic subjects and 22 matched controls. Erosions were seen in 69% of the bulimics' teeth and in only 7% of the controls' (p less than 0.001). Depth of penetration was greater in the bulimics, extending even into the pulp, and the area of erosion was also larger. Scores for dental caries were high...

Dental fluorosis is a particular condition brought on by long-term, excessive fluoride consumption during the formation of enamel. Fluorosis staining frequently seen as an aesthetic problem may have psychological effect when maxillary anterior teeth. Bleaching, microabrasion, veneering, and crowning are some treatment options. Bleaching conservative approach restoring colour teeth with intrinsi...

introduction: traumatic injuries to the teeth are among the most serious dental accidents, with the anterior teeth being mostly affected. some consequences of dental trauma include misshaping, speech defects, psychological and social effects. the knowledge of the field can reduce the suffering, cost, and the time for patients, parents, and health care providers. the aim of this study was to inv...

Dilacerated teeth are commonly seen in the maxillary anterior region. They are a cause for concern to both patients as well as parents when such teeth do not erupt or erupt in an unusual position. Careful planning is required while aligning such teeth. Orthodontists often hesitate aligning severely dilacerated teeth due to high chances of failure. A case of a dilacerated and malposed right cent...