DPR

Fig. 01 Fractured incisor, previously restored with a composite-resin restoration

Fig. 02 Following radiographic evaluation, the treatment plan calls for retreatment with a ceramic crown restoration

Fig. 03 Shade selection accomplished

Fig. 04 Shade customized using Noritake New Color Guide

Fig. 05 Thin diamond bur used to prepare proximal tooth surfaces

Fig. 06 Uniform shoulder prepared above gingival margin

Fig. 07 Labial surface of the tooth reduced between 0.5 and 1.0mm

Fig. 08 Gingival circumferential tooth reduction is seen

Fig. 09 Reduction between 1.5 and 2mm completed

Fig. 10 Natural Die Shade selected

Fig. 11 1mm palatal reduction completed

Fig. 12 Knit-Pak retraction cord placed to protect gingiva

Fig. 13 Final preparation refined

Fig. 14 Palatal surface finished

Fig. 15 Tooth reduction checked and confirmed

Fig. 16 Edges and line angles rounded

Fig. 17 Smooth and rounded preparation completed

Fig. 18 IPS e.max® lithium-disilicate crown completed

Fig. 19 New crown seated and composite restoration on the edge of the left central incisor replaced

Fig. 20 Precise fit confirmed on post-seating radiograph