J Adv Prosthodont.  2014 Oct;6(5):423-426. 10.4047/jap.2014.6.5.423.

Restorative management using hybrid ceramic of a patient with severe tooth erosion from swimming: a clinical report

• Peampring

• KMID: 2284743
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.4047/jap.2014.6.5.423

Abstract

This clinical report presents the clinical appearance and treatment approach in a case of excessive anterior teeth erosion resulted from swimming in a poorly-chlorinated swimming pool. Clinical findings revealed tooth sensitivity, severe enamel erosion resembling veneer preparations, and the presence of anterior open bite. A novel hybrid ceramic (Vita Enamic) was chosen for fabricating full-coverage crowns for this patient. After 6-months follow-up, the tooth sensitivity disappeared and the patient was satisfied with esthetic outcome. The hybrid ceramic restorations can be recommended with no complications.

Keyword

Dental erosion; Swimming; Hybrid ceramic; Vita enamic

MeSH Terms

Ceramics*
Crowns
Dental Enamel
Follow-Up Studies
Humans
Open Bite
Swimming Pools
Swimming*
Tooth
Tooth Erosion*
Ceramics

Figure

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  Fig. 1 Preoperative frontal view at maximum intercuspal position.

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  Fig. 2 (A) Dental erosion patterns in maxillary anterior teeth, (B) dental erosion patterns in mandibular anterior teeth.

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  Fig. 3 Direct intra-oral mock-up made from bis-acryl provisional material.

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  Fig. 4 Final restorations for the maxillary anterior teeth before cementation.

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  Fig. 5 Postoperative frontal view at maximum intercuspal position.

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