Treating Tooth Surface Loss: Adhesive Restoration of the Worn Anterior Dentition. Issue 3 (August 2016)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Patel, Mahul
• Is Part Of: Primary dental journal. Volume 5:Issue 3(2016)
• Page Start: 43
• Page End: 57
• Publication Date: 2016-08
• Subjects: Tooth Surface Loss -- Worn Dentition -- Lucia Jig -- Retruded Jaw Registration -- Occlusal Splint -- Dahl Concept -- Occlusal Vertical Dimension -- Composite Resin Restorations -- Gold Palatal Restorations -- Resin Nano-Ceramic Restorations; Dentistry -- Periodicals; Dentistry -- Great Britain -- Periodicals; 617.6
• DOI: 10.1177/205016841600500305
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2050-1684

Abstract

The treatment of tooth surface loss (TSL) is becoming more common in primary health care and a diverse variety of patients are presenting with this condition are often being treated by general dental practitioners. This article highlights the importance of comprehensive planning and adept execution that can enhance the patient's outcome and experience. Stages of clinical planning and treatment approaches using a selection of restorative materials utilising various established adhesive clinical techniques will be presented and discussed.