Case Planning
 

Patient sought treatment from Navy Dentistry Clinic of Rio de Janeiro to restore tooth 16, endodontically treated. The tooth presented with a provisional restoration.

Clinical Protocol

  • Pre-operative view
  • Rubber dam placement
  • Temporary restoration removal
  • Measuring the depth of preparation with millimetric probe, showing 7mm of depth
  • Prophylaxis with a pumice and water paste;
  • Bonding procedures using a two-step total-etch system (DENTSPLY Caulk XP Bond) according to manufacturer's instructions
  • Insertion and positioning of the wedge and the matrix
  • Surefil SDR flow insertion in a single increment of 4mm
  • 40 seconds light activation with LED unit
  • Restoration conclusion with a micro-hybrid composite
  • Occlusal adjustment, finishing and polishing procedures