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Complex single-tooth restorations.
Richard D Trushkowsky1, John O Burgess
1Staten Island University Hospital, Staten Island, NY, USA. ComposiDoc@aol.com
Dental Clinics of North America
|May 17, 2002
Summary
Choosing dental restorations involves many factors, including lesion size, patient needs, and material properties. Understanding available restorative materials ensures long-lasting, effective solutions for patients.
Area of Science:
- Restorative Dentistry
- Dental Materials Science
Background:
- Numerous materials are available for restoring damaged dentition, each with unique properties.
- Material selection is influenced by clinical factors like lesion size, caries rate, patient age, aesthetics, and dentist skill.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the available restorative materials for compromised dentition.
- To highlight the factors influencing the selection of dental restorative materials.
Main Methods:
- Review of current literature on dental restorative materials.
- Analysis of material properties, clinical applications, advantages, and disadvantages.
Main Results:
- Amalgam offers cost-effectiveness and longevity with proper use.
- Direct composites, ceramics, and indirect composites meet aesthetic demands but are technique-sensitive.
- Gold restorations are predictable and cost-effective but can be destructive and less aesthetic.
Conclusions:
- A comprehensive understanding of dental materials is crucial for selecting the most effective option.
- Material choice depends on a balance of clinical factors, patient needs, and desired restoration longevity.