Using Opaquers under Direct Composite Resin Veneers: An Illustrated Review of the Technique

ABSTRACT In restorative dentistry direct composite resin materials can be used to conservatively resolve many esthetic problems. Opaque resins are often necessary to mask discolorations and/or dark backgrounds when restoring anterior teeth. This article presents a direct composite resin veneer techn...

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Published in:Journal of esthetic and restorative dentistry 2003-11, Vol.15 (6), p.327-337
Main Authors: FELIPPE, LUÍS ANTÔNIO, MONTEIRO Jr, SYLVIO, BARATIERI, LUIZ NARCISO, ANDRADA, MAURO AMARAL CALDEIRA de, RITTER, ANDRÉ VICENTE
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Child
Color
Composite Resins - chemistry
Dental Bonding
Dental Materials - chemistry
Dental Prosthesis Design
Dental Veneers
Dentistry
Female
Humans
Incisor - pathology
Middle Aged
Optics and Photonics
Surface Properties
Tooth Discoloration - classification
Tooth Discoloration - therapy
Tooth Preparation
Tooth, Nonvital - therapy
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Summary:ABSTRACT In restorative dentistry direct composite resin materials can be used to conservatively resolve many esthetic problems. Opaque resins are often necessary to mask discolorations and/or dark backgrounds when restoring anterior teeth. This article presents a direct composite resin veneer technique using opaquers. Potential problems with the tone of restorations after the use of opaquers are discussed. Advantages, limitations, and the clinical technique are presented. Training, as well as attention to the technique, contributes to an acceptable result. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE Resinous opaquers can be used as a valid adjunct to the direct composite resin veneer technique when conservatively restoring dark teeth.
ISSN:1496-4155
1708-8240
DOI:10.1111/j.1708-8240.2003.tb00306.x