Infiltrating Resins: An Alternative for Conservative Management of Incisal Hypomineralization

Abstract

Incisal Molar Hypomineralization is a qualitative enamel defect that affects one or more permanent molars and may or may not involve the permanent incisors. In patients with this condition, tooth enamel presents an altered color and is more porous and fragile, which can increase the likelihood of fractures. Case report: A 9-year-old male patient presents with the mother's complaint, stating, "My son is concerned about the staining on his teeth and is experiencing sensitivity." Microabrasion is performed with opaluster for 1 minute, then rinsed and repeated three times. 15% hydrochloric acid is applied for 2 minutes, followed by 99% ethanol for 30 seconds. Finally, the infiltrating resin will be left on the surface for 3 minutes and then light-cured. Conclusions: Enamel defects are currently a serious oral health problem worldwide, affecting children and adolescents not only by increasing the risk of dental caries and functionally, but also by affecting aesthetics. The objective is to understand this defect and how to address it, as pediatric dentists face the challenge of offering treatment alternatives that meet the expectations of patients and parents and/or guardians, providing non-invasive or minimally invasive alternatives. Infiltrating resins meet these requirements and offer the possibility of masking these defects without abrading dental tissue