Cementing with 3M ESPE cements

Fig. 1: Pre-operative view of failing restorations on tooth Nos. 18 and 19

Fig. 2: Preliminary impression of unprepared teeth

Fig. 3: Completed preparations

Fig. 4: Protemp Plus temporization material was injected into the preliminary impression

Fig. 5: The preliminary provisional impression was re-seated in the patient’s mouth

Fig. 6: Completed provisional restorations

Fig. 7: Completed all-ceramic crowns

Fig. 8: The provisional restorations were removed and the preparations cleaned with a prophy cup.

Fig. 9: Scotchbond Universal adhesive was applied to preparations, rubbed for 20 seconds and air-thinned

Fig. 10: Scotchbond Universal adhesive was applied to entire intaglio surface of restorations

Fig. 11: Scotchbond Universal adhesive was air-thinned to prevent pooling and solvents were evaporated

Fig. 12: RelyX Ultimate Adhesive Resin cement was injected into the restorations

Fig. 13: Partial polymerization was initiated for 1 to 3 seconds using curing light

Fig. 14: Residual cement was removed in a gel-state with a sickle scaler

Fig. 15: Residual cement was removed in a gel-state with floss

Fig. 16: Post-operative x-ray demonstrated excellent fit and seal of restorations