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Use of a Modified Matrix Band Technique to Restore Subgingival Root Caries

M G Brackett, J M Ryan, F J Haddock

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    |March 24, 2018
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    Restoring root caries in elderly patients requires isolating subgingival tooth preparations. A modified Tofflemire matrix band technique effectively isolates these areas, preventing contamination during restoration with resin-modified glass ionomer cement.

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