Severe cavities due to bulimia

The first patient was a 31 year old male that presented to Dr. Dorfman’s office with severe cavitated lesions in the anterior region due to bulimia. This patient was very fearful of dentists and always came only for emergencies. In order to ease his nervousness, the patient was given nitrous oxide and soon became relaxed and ready for treatment.

In his treatment plan, he had 6 RCT’s and gold posts and cores. The patient’s initial visit was 5 months ago at which time root canals were done and temporary restorations were made out for luxatemp. During today’s visit (Monday) patient 6 posts and cores cemented and fixed temporary restorations. Posts and cores were adjusted prior to insertion and cementation. Handling was enhanced by having Kaitlyn Loops that were taken off after cementation. On Wednesday, two days later, he will get temporaries that were fabricated in the lab and as soon as next week he will get his final porcelain crowns.

P.B., New York University College of Dentistry, Patient 1

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