Management of discolored tissues after endodontic treatment in direct composite reconstructions

Abstract

Internal tooth discoloration is a problem in aesthetic restorations in the anterior maxilla, which requires analysis of many causative factors, assessment of restoration possibilities, as well as aesthetics of soft tissues, including the position of the lips with regards to a smile and the often encountered blue gum zenith. This article presents a clinical case in which an aesthetic direct restoration of the maxillary incisors was performed as an alternative to prosthodontic treatment after drawing up a treatment plan and determining indications.

Keywords

• direct restoration
• tooth discoloration
• treatment planning