The restoration of functional occlusion and esthetics
Fradeani, M.; Bottachiari, R.S.; Tracey, T.; Parma-Benfenati, S.; Stein, J.M.; De Paoli, S.
International Journal of Periodontics and Restorative Dentistry 12(1): 63-71
1992
ISSN/ISBN: 0198-7569 PMID: 1526712 Document Number: 392223
Severe occlusal destruction, whether it results from attrition, abrasion, or erosion, must be met with definitive diagnosis and treatment. This case report illustrates the step-by-step diagnosis and treatment of a patient with severe occlusal wear. Restoration of a functional occlusion and esthetics involved endodontic treatment, reestablishment of the vertical dimension of occlusion, osseous periodontal surgery, and placement of single-tooth cast glass-ceramic crowns.