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Rebuilding Self-Esteem: Esthetic Rehabilitation in a Young Patient Using Injectable Composite Resin Technique

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  • Flavio Henriques

  • July 1, 2026

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Rebuilding Self-Esteem: Esthetic Rehabilitation in a Young Patient Using Injectable Composite Resin Technique

  • Nate Lawson, DMD, PhD

    Associate Professor and Director, Division of Biomaterials

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    University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Dentistry

    A clear resin is injected into the tooth and fills in the cavity in order to stop it from getting bigger.

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  • Jennifer Webster-Cyriaque, DDS, PhD

    Deputy Director

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    National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR), NIH

    Good oral health is important for eating and speaking. It’s also important for appearance, which can impact self-esteem; and performance at school and work.

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  • Janice Lee, DDS, MD

    Clinical Director

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    National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR), NIH

    It really is a quality-of-life issue for these individuals.

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  • Ling Ye, DDS, PhD

    Orthodontist (Volunteer), U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps Officer

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    National Institutes of Health (NIH)

    Their teeth may appear normal, but they have weak structure, and conventional braces may not be a good option.

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Rebuilding Self-Esteem: Esthetic Rehabilitation in a Young Patient Using Injectable Composite Resin Technique

  • by Flavio Henriques

  • July 1, 2026

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