Porcelain laminate veneers for establishing aesthetics. A case report

The aesthetic restoration of anterior teeth has been revolutionized by the introduction of porcelain laminate veneers. Laminate veneers are now used as conservative aesthetic alternative to full coverage restorations in some cases. This case report highlights management of spaced anterior teeth and localized discolorations with porcelain laminate veneers

Endodontic re-treatment; an analysis based on clinical findings in a private dental practice

OBJECTIVE: To report the causes and pattern of endodontic retreatment in a private dental practice. DESIGN: This was a retrospective descriptive study. PLACE AND DURATION OF STUDY: Rahman and Rahman Dental Surgeons, Karachi, Pakistan over the period of four years. MATERIALS AND METHODS: The study included sixty-two patients with eighty-nine failed endodontically treated teeth. The data for reasons of endodontic retreatment was collected on a proforma and analyzed. Radiographic evaluation revealed periapical radiolucency in majority [51.7%] of the cases. 64% were related to poor obturation while 34% reported untreated rood canal spaces. The reasons for endodontic retreatment highlighted by the study were pain, periapical radiolucency and inadequate filling of the canal space. Generally, retreatment is considered a better option as compared to endodontic surgery