Direct-indirect resin restoration: a case report of acceptable compromise

A specifically-formulated, fast-setting die material has made it possible to fabricate and insert indirect resin restorations in one appointment. This case report describes a modification to an existing, newly-released one-appointment resin inlay-onlay technique for the chairside fabrication of indirect composite resin restorations. Using this technique, large occlusal load-bearing extracoronal composite resin restorations can be constructed economically. Although the prognosis for extensive posterior composite resin restorations remains guarded, the modified procedure is a realistic option for financially-compromised patients who request tooth colored restorations.