European Journal of Prosthodontics and Restorative Dentistry

Choosing the Right Dental Material and Making Sense of the Options: Evidence and Clinical Recommendations

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Cover Date

September 2015

Print ISSN

0965-7452

Vol

23

Issue

3

Abstract

Choosing the Right Dental Material and Making Sense of the Options: Evidence and Clinical Recommendations
Zaid Ali, Shiyana Eliyas, Mr Joseph William Vere

ABSTRACT
Decision-making is a fundamental aspect of clinical dentistry. Advances in technology and trends towards more conservative technologies have broadened the options available to patients and dentists, increasing the range of choices and opportunities to restore teeth. With such a broad range of dental materials, there are a number of factors to consider in making an appropriate choice. We present several decision-making dilemmas. Namely; how to restore worn lower anterior teeth, what to consider when replacing crowns, materials to consider when providing cuspal protection for posterior teeth, and finally the issues to consider when selecting a luting cement. The evidence supporting different clinical choices is considered in a discussion of the various dilemmas faced.

Keywords
Dental Materials Composite Ceramics Bonding Treatment Planning