BioFlx smiles: aesthetic rehabilitation of primary anterior teeth using bioflx crowns - a case report

Saisree A. V.; Jamkhandi S. Mallappa; K. Reshma Pai; Lakshmi Pallavi K.; Ananthakrishna Bhat; Evette N. Dsouza

doi:10.18203/2349-3291.ijcp20251891

Authors

Saisree A. V. Department of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry, Srinivas Institute of Dental Sciences, Mangalore, Karnataka, India
Jamkhandi S. Mallappa Department of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry, Srinivas Institute of Dental Sciences, Mangalore, Karnataka, India
K. Reshma Pai Department of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry, Srinivas Institute of Dental Sciences, Mangalore, Karnataka, India
Lakshmi Pallavi K. Department of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry, Srinivas Institute of Dental Sciences, Mangalore, Karnataka, India
Ananthakrishna Bhat Department of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry, Srinivas Institute of Dental Sciences, Mangalore, Karnataka, India
Evette N. Dsouza Department of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry, Srinivas Institute of Dental Sciences, Mangalore, Karnataka, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.18203/2349-3291.ijcp20251891

Keywords:

BioFlx crowns, Primary anterior teeth, Pediatric dental restoration, Aesthetic dentistry

Abstract

Restoring primary anterior teeth poses a unique challenge in pediatric dentistry, requiring a balance between function, esthetics, and durability. BioFlx crowns, an innovative alternative to traditional zirconia and composite crowns, offer enhanced flexural strength, biocompatibility, with a consistent appearance that ensures reliable esthetic outcomes. This case report presents the rehabilitation of maxillary primary central and lateral incisors (teeth 51, 52, 61, and 62) using BioFlx crowns in a young child. The treatment approach, including case selection, crown adaptation, and clinical outcomes, is discussed. The patient exhibited significant aesthetic and functional improvement, with high parental satisfaction. BioFlx crowns demonstrate promising potential as a reliable and aesthetically pleasing restorative option for anterior pediatric dental rehabilitation.

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