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[Intracoronal tooth fixation with metal and composite wire: longitudinal study]
Giornale Di Stomatologia E Di Ortognatodonzia
|July 1, 1989
Summary
This study evaluated intracoronal dental splints made with wire and composite resin over ten years. Results show these dental splints are effective, with fewer than 20% of patients requiring additional treatment.
Area of Science:
- Restorative Dentistry
- Biomaterials Science
Context:
- Intracoronal dental splints are used for various dental conditions.
- Longitudinal studies are crucial for assessing the long-term efficacy of dental restorations.
Purpose:
- To evaluate the clinical outcomes of intracoronal dental splints fabricated with wire and composite resin over a decade.
- To determine the retreatment rate for this type of dental splint.
Summary:
- A longitudinal study involved 126 patients receiving intracoronal dental splints using wire and composite resin.
- The splints demonstrated good clinical results over a nearly ten-year period.
- Less than 20% of patients required further dental care, indicating high success rates.
Impact:
- Provides evidence for the long-term durability and effectiveness of wire and composite resin dental splints.
- Informs clinical decision-making regarding the use of intracoronal splinting techniques.
- Suggests a favorable prognosis for patients treated with these dental splints, potentially reducing the need for complex interventions.