Aesthetic restoration of primary anterior teeth is one of the most challenging and rewarding aspects of pediatric dentistry, as we restore a disfigured smile back to health and function. We have moved from extraction, followed by fixed prosthetic appliances to stainless steel crowns including those with composite windows or preveneered surfaces. We have tried alternate full coverage aesthetic materials such as polycarbonate as well as resin bonded strip crowns, each with their own challenges. The recent introduction of preformed zirconia crowns has provided a stable aesthetic material that is clinically successful. What does the future hold?
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion, participants will be able to describe the strengths and weaknesses of veneer stainless steel crowns
Upon completion, participants will be able to describe the strengths and weaknesses of resin strip crowns
Upon completion, participants will be able describe strengths and weaknesses of zirconia preformed crowns and discuss how they can be improved in the future with new technology