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[Tooth Loss in Modern Dentistry].
Thomas J W Gasser1, Marc Balmer1, Christoph H F Hämmerle1
11 Klinik für Kronen- und Brückenprothetik, Teilprothetik und zahnärztliche Materialkunde, Zentrum für Zahnmedizin der Universität Zürich.
Praxis
|April 4, 2019
Summary
Modern dentistry offers minimally invasive solutions for tooth loss, like adhesive bridges, enabling long-term, aesthetic restorations. Specialist dentists provide expert rehabilitation for patients retaining their natural teeth longer.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Material Science
- Gerodontology
Background:
- Increasing life expectancy in industrialized nations means more older adults retain natural teeth.
- Older dental restorations require replacement, often with invasive procedures.
- Limited options exist for reintervention or new fabrication of previous reconstructions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight advances in minimally invasive dental therapies.
- To introduce adhesive bridges as a viable solution for tooth loss.
- To emphasize the role of specialist dentists in reconstructive dentistry.
Main Methods:
- Review of material science advancements enabling new dental therapies.
- Focus on adhesive bridge technology for aesthetic and non-invasive solutions.
- Description of the expertise of specialist dentists in Reconstructive Dentistry.
Main Results:
- Material developments facilitate minimally invasive therapeutic approaches.
- Adhesive bridges offer aesthetic, non-invasive, and long-term stable solutions.
- Specialist dentists are crucial for comprehensive tooth rehabilitation.
Conclusions:
- Advances in materials have led to improved, less invasive dental treatments.
- Adhesive bridges represent a significant development for managing tooth loss.
- Expertise in reconstructive dentistry ensures optimal functional and aesthetic outcomes for patients.
Keywords:
DentitionEigenbezahnungFachzahnarztKlebebrückenRresin-bonded bridgesdentiste spécialistemédcin dentaire reconstructiveponts adhésifsreconstructive dentistryrekonstruktive Zahnmedizinspecialist dentistMore Related Videos
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