METAL-CERAMIC RESIN-BONDED FIXED PARTIAL DENTURE: CASE REPORTS FOR SINGLE TOOTH REPLACEMENT

Abstract

The replacement of single missing teeth poses challenges in restorative dentistry, particularly when conserving adjacent tooth structure is paramount. Metal-ceramic resin-bonded fixed partial dentures (RBFDPs) offer a conservative and aesthetically pleasing solution for single tooth replacement. This case report presents two clinical cases of single tooth replacement using metal-ceramic RBFDPs. In both cases, a minimally invasive approach was employed to preserve the adjacent teeth, and the missing tooth was replaced with a metal-ceramic RBFDP, bonded using resin cement. The metal-ceramic RBFDPs demonstrated excellent aesthetic outcomes, provided functional restoration, and maintained the integrity of the adjacent teeth. These case reports highlight the advantages and clinical applications of metal-ceramic RBFDPs as an effective treatment option for single tooth replacement.

Keywords:

Metal-ceramic, resin-bonded fixed partial denture, single tooth replacement

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