How to Restore the Maxillary Arch Using IPS e.max ZirCAD Prime Esthetic
Posted Sep 15, 2022 in Technical
Dental Team: Yuki Momma, RDT, Ceramic Artisan Dental Lab, Weston, MA; and Yousef Sidki, DMD, Chelmsford Dental Specialists Group, Chelmsford, MA.
Restorative Challenge: A male patient presented for his annual exam. Although some clinicians may have prescribed only a nightguard, the patient’s bruxism, heavily acidic diet and parafunctional habits called for a more comprehensive treatment.
The weakened enamel of teeth #5-#12 and teeth #21-28 had begun to break away during normal function, causing hypersensitivity, decreased function and an unesthetic appearance. The patient had generalized recession, extensive wear and compensatory eruption.
Treatment Plan: The clinician explained that to restore the balance of function and esthetics...