Paedodontics - Intrinsic Discolouration Flashcards
What pre-op records do we need before starting treatment? (7)
- Standardisation of recording of aesthetic procedures
- Clinical photos
- Shade taken
- Sensibility testing and check for sensitivity
- Diagram of defect
- Radiographs (if clinically indicated)
- Patient assessment
List the treatment options for intrinsic discolouration of permanent anterior teeth. (6)
- Enamel microabrasion
- Bleaching
- Vital
- Non-vital - Resin infiltration with ICON
- Localised composite restoration
- Veneers – composite
- Direct
- Indirect - Nothing
What is micro abrasion?
The removal of the surface layer of opaque enamel
What are the advantages of micro abrasion? (9)
• Easily performed
• Conservative
• Inexpensive
• Teeth need minimal follow up maintenance
• Fast acting
• Removes yellow-brown, white an multi-coloured stains
• Effective
• Results are permanent
• Can use before or after bleaching
What are the disadvantages of micro abrasion? (5)
• Removes top layer of enamel - Sensitivity or Teeth may become more susceptible to staining
• HCl acid compounds are caustic - Requires protective apparatus for patient, dentist and dental nurse
• Prediction of treatment outcome is difficult, (teeth may appear more “yellow” as the normal colour of crown revealed under white opacity)
• Must be done in dental surgery
• Has to be carried out by a dentist
Why do we use soft flex discs to finish after micro abrasion?
Changes the optical properties of the enamel = defect/staining becomes less obvious
How much enamel is removed after the use of a trophy cup and toothpaste?
5-10 micron
How much enamel is removed after the use of a trophy cup and pumice?
5-50 micron
How much enamel is removed after bonding and debunking orthodox brackets?
5-50 microns
How much enamel is removed after the use of acid etch?
10 microns
How much enamel is removed after the use of 10 x 5 secs of HCL pumice micro abrasion?
100 microns
What post op instructions are provided after micro abrasion? (2)
Warn patient to avoid highly coloured food and drinks for at least 24 hours however recommend up to a week (anything that would stain a white t-shirt should be avoided)
Advise patient that we Can offer a second cycle of microabrasion (maximum) if first cycle has been effective
When do we review patients after micro abrasion?
Review patient 4- 6 weeks after microabrasion and take post op photographs
What is the new guidance regarding the use of bleaching products on children?
Products containing or releasing between 0.1% and 6% hydrogen peroxide cannot be used on any person under 18 years of age except where such use is intended wholly for the purpose of treating or preventing disease e.g. hypomineralisation, trauma, fluorosis.
List the bleaching options we can offer for a vital tooth.
- Chairside- ‘power bleaching’
- At Home: Night guard vital bleaching
List the bleaching options we can offer for a non-vital tooth. (2)
- ‘inside outside’ technique
- ‘walking bleach’ technique