Clinical strategies for success in proximoincisal composite restorations. Part II: Composite application technique

Luís Antônio Felippe, Sylvio Monteiro, César Alves Caldeira De Andrada, André V. Ritter

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Abstract

Reproducing the form, function, and optical characteristics of natural dental structures with direct composites in large and moderately large proximoincisal (Class IV) restorations represents a great challenge for clinicians in general. Understanding color is fundamental to achieving success when restoring these defects, as was discussed in Part I of this two-part article (Volume 16, Number 6). The proper restoration of the functional lingual contour is also a challenge that cannot be overcome without close attention to the restorative technique. In this second article, the composite application technique is discussed and presented in detail. Clinical photographs illustrate the proposed technique.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)11-21
Number of pages11
JournalJournal of Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry
Volume17
Issue number1
DOIs
StatePublished - 2005

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Dentistry

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