Restoring Anterior Trauma in a Pediatric Patient Using a Layered Direct Composite Technique - Takeaways - DentalSpire

Restoring Anterior Trauma in a Pediatric Patient Using a Layered Direct Composite Technique

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A 9-year-old patient underwent a conservative direct composite restoration for a fractured maxillary left central incisor.
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A silicone stent from a wax-up guided the initial enamel placement, ensuring accurate tooth contour and incisal length.
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Three-plane beveling was employed to maximize bonding surface area and create invisible margins blending with natural enamel.
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Layers of composite were applied to recreate natural incisal anatomy and mamelons, achieving esthetic outcomes comparable to indirect restorations.
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Postoperative photography confirmed the successful restoration of facial anatomy, preparing the patient for orthodontic treatment.