Aesthetic Rehabilitation of Fractured Tooth with Indirect Composite in Children. A Case Report

<p> </p><p> </p><p>Traumatic dental injuries, particularly crown fractures, are common in children and young adults, often leading to aesthetic, functional, and psychological concerns. This case report discusses the management of an Ellis Class II fracture in a 11-year-old boy using an indirect composite veneer. The patient presented with a fractured upper front tooth resulting from a fall two years prior, with no associated pain or swelling but concern for aesthetics. After diagnosing the fracture based on clinical and radiographic examinations, the tooth was restored using an indirect composite veneer. The preparation involved careful reduction of the labial surface, incisal, and lingual areas, followed by the fabrication of the veneer in a dental laboratory. The veneer was bonded using a flowable light-cured composite, and the patient was followed up over 12 months, with no complications. Indirect composite restorations, though technique-sensitive, offer advantages over direct composites in terms of durability, aesthetic quality, and reduced polymerization shrinkage. The case demonstrated successful restoration of function and aesthetics with positive long-term results, highlighting the efficacy of indirect composites in pediatric dental trauma.</p><p> </p>