Vol. 9, Issue 4, Part D (2023)

Introduction: The contemporary approach to carious lesion treatment emphasizes less invasive techniques, among which is the Hall Technique (HT). HT involves seating and cementing stainless steel crowns on primary molars without dental preparation, caries removal, or local anesthesia.

Methodology: A comprehensive search on Pubmed using keywords such as hall technique, early childhood caries, minimal intervention, silver diamine fluoride, pediatric dentistry, oral hygiene, dental pulp, and stainless steel crowns yielded significant findings.

Results: HT reduces discomfort and is preferred by both patients and parents. However, notable adverse consequences include an unsightly appearance and increased plaque accumulation in cases of suboptimal adaptation. The successful application of HT requires careful case selection and an evaluation of pulp status. The methodology involves an exhaustive search for relevant keywords on Pubmed, ensuring a comprehensive review of the available literature on the Hall Technique and related topics in pediatric dentistry.

Conclusion: HT is a safe option for the treatment of teeth with caries lesions, as well as in molars affected by hypomineralization, it does not cause the patient pain, trauma, or negative dental experiences, fulfilling the ideal function of a stainless steel crown. It requires little time and is usually more economical than the conventional technique, showing favorable results and being well accepted by parents/caregivers.