One shade fits all – aesthetic solutions for primary teeth restoration using smart monochromatic composites: a case series

Gowthami S. Gowda; Neeraja R.

doi:10.18203/2349-3291.ijcp20260105

Authors

Gowthami S. Gowda Department of Paediatric and Preventive Dentistry, M R Ambedkar Dental College and Hospital Bangalore, Karnataka, India
Neeraja R. Department of Paediatric and Preventive Dentistry, M R Ambedkar Dental College and Hospital Bangalore, Karnataka, India https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5746-3060

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.18203/2349-3291.ijcp20260105

Keywords:

Primary teeth, Aesthetic, Shade matching, Smart monochromatic composites

Abstract

Achieving optimal aesthetic outcomes in paediatric dental restorations remains a clinical challenge due to limitations in shade matching and durability of conventional materials. This paper consists of series of 8 cases who presented with carious lesions in both anterior and posterior primary teeth. All the cases were treated with smart monochromatic composite restorations and followed up for period of 6 months. The restorations demonstrated excellent colour integration, minimal wear, and no evidence of secondary caries, while both patients and parents reported high levels of satisfaction.

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