Minor orthodontics and aesthetic reconstruction
with Aster+ composite from Kiyomi Dental
Clinical case by Dr. Francisco Monzó
Modern aesthetic dentistry is no longer defined by aggressive treatments or complex interventions, but by the ability to properly assess the clinical case, plan in a multidisciplinary way, and apply conservative techniques using high-quality materials. True clinical excellence lies in knowing when to intervene minimally, but effectively and comprehensively.
This clinical case, developed by Dr. Francisco Monzó, is a clear example of this approach. Through minor orthodontics for the alignment of tooth 2.2 and a direct aesthetic reconstruction of tooth 1.1, a complete transformation of the anterior sector was achieved using a minimally invasive protocol and a restorative material designed for advanced aesthetics: Aster+ from Kiyomi Dental.
When small changes generate big results
The starting point of the case was a common clinical situation in daily practice: a maxillary lateral incisor (2.2) with an altered position and tooth 1.1 requiring clear aesthetic reconstruction. This combination created a visible imbalance in the smile, affecting harmony, symmetry, and proportion in the anterior sector, and consequently impacting the patient’s facial aesthetics.
Beyond the aesthetic component, there was a clear clinical objective: not to mask the problem, but to solve it at its source, respecting dental biology and aiming for a long-term stable solution.
The clinical decision was to begin treatment with minor orthodontics, focused exclusively on aligning tooth 2.2. This phase allowed for conservative repositioning of the tooth, space reorganisation, and the creation of an appropriate anatomical framework for the subsequent restoration. It was not merely about moving a tooth, but about establishing a correct foundation so that the final aesthetic outcome, both dental and facial, would be coherent, natural, and long-lasting.
Aesthetic reconstruction: biomimicry and precision with Aster+
Once the arch was aligned, direct reconstruction of tooth 1.1 was performed using Aster+ composite from Kiyomi Dental. The approach was not purely restorative, but biomimetic, aiming to reproduce the natural tooth structure both optically and anatomically.
For this purpose, two strategically selected composite shades were used:
- OA3, used to control opacity and manage the dental substrate, providing a stable chromatic base.
- A2, used as a medium-opacity layer for final aesthetic integration, adding naturalness and visual continuity with adjacent teeth.
This combination allowed a layered restorative approach, reproducing the optical depth of a natural tooth while controlling light behaviour and chromatic integration. The result is not a “visible restoration,” but a tooth that integrates organically into the patient’s smile.
A result that goes beyond aesthetics
Aster+ from Kiyomi Dental: when the material supports clinical judgment
Conservative cosmetic dentistry: the new standard
This clinical case reflects a clear trend in current practice: more conservative, more planned, and more patient-centred treatments. The combination of minor orthodontics and direct aesthetic composite restorations is becoming one of the most effective solutions for correcting the anterior sector, both from a functional and aesthetic perspective.
Dentistry no longer aims to transform smiles at any cost, but to enhance them while respecting each patient’s structure, biology, and identity.
Aster+ from Kiyomi Dental available on the IPG Dental e-commerce platform
The material used in this clinical case, Aster+ from Kiyomi Dental, is available on the official IPG Dental e-commerce platform.
If you want to incorporate a composite designed for high-demand aesthetic restorations into your clinical practice, you can purchase it directly from the IPG Dental professional online store.
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