Nonvital Teeth and Porcelain Laminate Veneers

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		The International Journal of Esthetic Dentistry Edited by Alessandro Devigus, DMD Official publication of the European Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, the Arabian Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, the British Academy of Aesthetic Dentistry, the Hellenic Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, the Scandinavian Academy of Esthetic Dentistry and the South African Academy of Aesthetic Dentistry ISSN 1862-0612

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Summer 2006
Volume 1 , Issue 2

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Nonvital Teeth and Porcelain Laminate Veneers - A Contradiction?

Meyenberg, Konrad H.

Porcelain laminate veneers are widely accepted as the treatment of choice to noninvasively restore the esthetics and function of anterior teeth, provided there is a sufficient amount of tooth structure to support the reconstruction. However, there are certain esthetic limitations if the underlying tooth structure is discolored, which may occur in cases of nonvital roots. This article describes how to manage this esthetic challenge. Internal bleaching, tooth-colored internal buildups, and preparation guidelines are discussed via clinical case presentations.

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