DPR

Fig. 01 The patient presented with a failing amalgam restoration on tooth No. 14.

Fig. 02 Image of the patient’s tooth after restoration removal and caries excavation.

Fig. 03 The enamel was etched for 15 seconds.

Fig. 04 The entire cavity preparation was etched for an additional 15 seconds.

Fig. 05 Image of the preparation after rinsing and air drying.

Fig. 06 Adhese Universal adhesive was scrubbed into tooth structure for 20 seconds.

Fig. 07 The adhesive was dispersed with air until a glossy, immobile film layer resulted.

Fig. 08 The adhesive was light cured with an LED curing light for 10 seconds.

Fig. 09 Tetric EvoCeram Bulk Fill in shade IVB was placed.

Fig. 10 A contouring instrument (OptraSculpt Pad) was used to contour the composite material.

Fig. 11 The composite material was light cured for 10 seconds.

Fig. 12 Empress Direct Color in shades ochre and brown was applied.

Fig. 13 The ultra thin tip of the applicator allowed for an even and precise distribution of the Empress Direct Color material.

Fig. 14 Final curing was performed according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Fig. 15 The occlusion was checked and verified.

Fig. 16 The restoration was polished using the OptraPol Next Generation polishing system.

Fig. 17 A fluoride varnish (Fluor Protector S) was applied to protect against caries development and erosion.

Fig. 18 Image of the finalized restoration one week after completion.