Adhesive reattachment of a tooth fragment: the biological restoration
Terry, D.A.
Practical Procedures and Aesthetic Dentistry Ppad 15(5): 403-409; Quiz 410
2003
ISSN/ISBN: 1534-6846 PMID: 12901070 Document Number: 566422
Recent developments in restorative materials, placement techniques, preparation design, and adhesive protocols allow clinicians to predictably restore fractured teeth. Using a minimally invasive approach, treatment of the maxillary anterior region can be effortlessly completed within a single appointment. If the original tooth fragment is retained following fracture, the natural tooth structures can be reattached using adhesive protocols to ensure reliable strength, durability, and aesthetics. This article discusses the adhesive reattachment of a tooth fragment to a fractured incisor using a conservative preparation technique.