From Extension for Prevention to Prevention of Extension: (Minimal Intervention Dentistry)

From Volume 30, Issue 9, November 2003 | Pages 492-502

Authors

F.J. Trevor Burke

Editor

Articles by F.J. Trevor Burke

Abstract

Minimal intervention techniques cause less destruction of tooth substance than conventional techniques, with reduced risk of tooth fracture and pulpal problems. This article describes conventional cavity designs and discusses currently available minimal intervention techniques.

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