Aim: The aim of this article was to present a detailed case
report of semidirect composite restoration in tooth #36 and its
anatomical and esthetic reestablishments. Semidirect restorative
technique is an alternative with many advantages for both
clinicians and patients. It can improve esthetics with minimal
dental tissue removal, reduce polymerization contraction,
improve marginal sealing, reduce infiltration and postoperative
sensitivity, and enhance the restoration longevity. Moreover, it
is a low-cost technique and carried out in a single session. A
female patient reported with sensitivity and discomfort in tooth
#36 region; clinical evaluation showed marginal infiltration and
restoration loss, and thus, semidirect restoration technique
was recommended. The impression was carried out using
precision alginate, and a semirigid addition silicone model
was obtained. Semidirect restoration was performed using a
model outside the mouth. Semidirect restoration is a viable
alternative improving dental esthetics with conservative treatment,
reducing polymerization shrinkage, improving marginal
sealing, reducing infiltration and postoperative sensitivity, and
enhancing restoration quality.
Clinical significance: Semidirect restoration is a low-cost
technique with advantages, such as polymerization control,
esthetic refinement, and facilitating of occlusal and contact
point adjustments.