4 Topic Commentaries

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

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  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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