Zirconia Based Resin Bonded Fixed Partial Denture: Future Outlook

Abstract

This article describes a case of rehabilitation of a missing lateral incisor using a Zirconia based resin bonded fixed partial denture. An 18 year old female patient with the agenesis of lateral incisor and a peg lateral incisor in the other side presented to prosthetic department .This aspect was compromising the self satisfaction of the patient. She desired a more attractive appearance. After a comprehensive examination, adjacent teeth to edentulous area were sound with a suitable height. Implant therapy was excluded. The treatment plan included a Zirconia based resin bonded bridge in the right side. The peg lateral incisor was reshaped using a provisional restoration until growth achievement and tissues maturation