Gingival disease associated with a decorative crown.

نویسندگان

  • Catherine M Flaitz
  • Francesca Agostini
چکیده

Decorative crowns for the teeth have gained a resurgence of popularity among adolescents. Similar to other forms of body art found in the mouth, these trendy crowns may be associated with a variety of oral complications. This case report describes a localized form of necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis, exacerbated by a cosmetic gold crown in a teenage girl. Healthier artistic options are discussed to replace this flashy dental fad.

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عنوان ژورنال:
  • Pediatric dentistry

دوره 24 1  شماره 

صفحات  -

تاریخ انتشار 2002