Minimally invasive technique in hypoplastic white injury: case report

Abstract

Introduction: Dental stains, including enamel hypoplasia, correspond to one of the reasons that make patients seek changes in their smile. The proposed treatment should always be as conservative as possible and seek to restore the patient's self-esteem. Objective: This study aimed to present a clinical case report of a 26-year-old female patient, dissatisfied with the aesthetics of her smile as she had darkened teeth and enamel hypoplasia on the vestibular face, in an upper incisor. Case description: On clinical examination, physiological darkening and enamel hypoplasia were observed on the left upper lateral incisor (22). The proposed treatment plan was dental bleaching using the associated technique (In-office bleaching + at-home bleaching), removal of the hypoplastic stain in a minimally invasive manner and restoration in direct composite resin. Conclusions: Through a correct diagnosis, associated with a technique and selection of suitable material, it is possible to achieve aesthetic excellence with preservation of healthy dental structure.