Journal of Oral Biology and Craniofacial Research (Sep 2012)

Full mouth rehabilitation of hypomaturation type amelogenesis imperfecta: A clinical report

  • Sushil K. Kar,
  • Arvind Tripathi,
  • Saumyendra V. Singh

Journal volume & issue
Vol. 2, no. 3
pp. 213 – 216

Abstract

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Problem considered: This clinical report describes the prosthodontic treatment of an 18-year-old female diagnosed with amelogenesis imperfecta. Materials and method: The specific objectives of the treatment were to restore esthetics and masticatory function. Metal-ceramic fixed partial dentures were fabricated at the existing vertical dimension of occlusion utilizing the PMS occlusal scheme. Results: Clinical examination of the patient 12 months after treatment revealed no evidence of disease or degeneration of the restored teeth. Conclusion: The patient's esthetic and functional expectations were satisfied.

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