Management of Missing Incisors
The management of missing incisors represents a significant clinical and psychological challenge in pediatric dentistry and orthodontics. Missing anterior teeth, particularly in the upper arch, can have a profound impact on a patient’s appearance, speech, and self-esteem. Because of the visibility of the incisors during speech and smiling, even a single missing incisor can dramatically […]
Stainless Steel Crowns: Techniques, Indications
The management of dental caries and restoration of primary teeth in pediatric patients presents unique challenges. Unlike adult dentition, primary teeth have thinner enamel, larger pulp chambers, and less mineralized structures, making them more susceptible to rapid carious progression. Moreover, the behavioral management of children, especially those with dental anxiety or special health care needs, […]
Restoration of Carious Primary Teeth
Dental caries in primary (deciduous) teeth is one of the most common oral health problems among children worldwide. The main goal of restorative treatment in these teeth is not just to remove decay but also to restore function, aesthetics, and comfort while maintaining the tooth in the dental arch until its natural exfoliation. The process […]
Extraction Versus Restoration of Primary Teeth
The management of dental caries in primary teeth remains a core aspect of pediatric dentistry. Although preventive dentistry has significantly reduced the prevalence of caries among children, clinicians are still frequently faced with a crucial decision: whether to extract a carious primary tooth or attempt its restoration. This decision is not always straightforward and depends […]
Anatomy of Primary Teeth and Its Relevance to Cavity Design
The anatomy of primary (deciduous) teeth differs significantly from that of permanent teeth, and these distinctions have profound implications for clinical dentistry, particularly in pediatric restorative procedures. Understanding the anatomical features of primary teeth is essential for effective cavity preparation, restoration, and pulpal therapy. Because the primary dentition serves as a temporary but functionally vital […]
Abnormalities of Tooth Eruption and Exfoliation
The process of tooth eruption and exfoliation represents one of the most intricate and coordinated developmental phenomena in human growth. Eruption refers to the movement of a tooth from its developmental position within the jawbones into its functional position in the oral cavity, while exfoliation denotes the natural shedding of primary teeth to make way […]