Abstract
With an increasing number of dental practitioners using composite resins as the restorative material of choice, knowledge of terminology, handling properties and restorative techniques are important.
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Frequently asked questions in composite restorative dentistry
From Volume 38, Issue 8, October 2011 | Pages 549-556
Article
In a world where success is linked to aesthetics, there is a growing demand from our patients for ‘white’ restorations.
Continuing education programmes in aesthetic dentistry are in demand as dental practitioners recognize that, in order to achieve optimum aesthetics and long-lasting restorations, they must have a thorough knowledge of the materials' properties and develop new clinical skills.
Dental manufacturers regularly introduce new materials requiring new techniques and applications, such as self-etch adhesives, self-etch resin cements and self-etching composites. Practitioners may find it difficult to stay up-to-date with these new materials and their terminology and, as a result, have difficulties in achieving the best results from the material for their patients. Meanwhile, recent graduates are more competent in using composite resin materials for the restoration of posterior teeth.1
This article addresses some of the questions asked by participants at continuing education courses presented by the authors using a question and answer format.
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