Direct resin composite restoration of maxillary central incisors using a 3D-printed template: two clinical cases
Abstract
Background
Three-dimensional (3D)
printing technology is used widely in dentistry for applications
including implant surgery, oral and maxillofacial surgery, orthognathic
surgery, endodontics and prosthodontics. Using a 3D-printed template
makes performing the repair procedure faster and more convenient. The
aesthetic restoration of anterior teeth can recover facial beauty,
enhance speaking and chewing functions and improve the quality of life
of the patient.
Case presentation
This article describes two
kinds of clinical cases including fractured teeth and dental caries. In
both, a 3D-printed template was used for direct resin composite
restoration of maxillary central incisors. A 3D-printed template was
built using the following 3-step process: data acquisition was conducted
via intra-oral scanning, virtual modeling was performed using an
imaging process, and manufacturing was performed using a 3D printer.
Aesthetically restoring the maxillary incisors with the assistance of
the 3D-printed template achieved the anticipated results, and the
patients were very satisfied with the effect.
Conclusions
The direct resin composite
restoration of maxillary central incisors using a 3D-printed template
represents a rapid, convenient, aesthetic and functional option for
treating maxillary central incisors. A 3D-printed template is therefore
an acceptable and reliable alternative to traditional direct composite
restoration of maxillary central incisors including fractured teeth and
dental caries.
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