Composite-Resin and Strip Crown Restoration for Primary Incisors
YanWang XinZhou
Department of Pediatric Dentistry
West China School of Stomatology, Sichuan University
Part1: Introduction
Caries treatment options for primary incisors
Non-surgical treatment
Filling restoration
Performed crown restoration
Strip Crown
Transparent crown form--ideal for composite resin
Natural anatomical shape
Thin interproximal walls
Sufficient strength
Strip off easily, and leave a smooth surface
Indications
Usually for upper incisors
Large proximal lesions
Large tooth defect from caries or trauma
Tooth defect from development anomalies, e.g. Amelogenesis imperfacta
Discolored incisors (esthetic consideration)
Large discolored area in the cervical region
Part 2: Procedures
Procedures
1. Choose proper size of crown form
2. Tooth preparation
3. Trim the crown and try in
4.Prepare tooth surface and fill the crown
5. Fit the crown form and light cure
6. Remove the crown form and finish
Part 3 Clinical case
Advantages
√ Excellent esthetics
√ Multiple shade selection
√ Fit into crowded spaces
√ Ease of repair
√ Relatively inexpensive
Homework(please send your answer to email ):
Comparing with the traditional composite resin filling restoration, what are the advantages and disadvantages of composite resin and strip crown restoration for primary incisors?

