Resin Infiltration Technique: A Case Report and Literature Review

Abstract

An incomplete/defective formation of organic enamel matrix of teeth leads to enamel hypoplasia. Such spots are prone to caries and provoke plaque accumulation. This can involve color alternation which can be of major esthetic concern. Although complete color making might not be achieved, resin Infiltration CONcept (ICON) has few benefits over other methods of being noninvasive, does not require anesthesia, and the procedure can be performed in a single sitting. This paper along with a case has a brief literature review of ICON (resin infiltration technique).

Keywords

• color masking
• enamel hypoplasia
• hydrochloric acid etching
• infiltration concept
• resin infiltration
• turner's hypoplasia