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Preservation and restoration of tooth structure
Scientific Programme (On Demand)
Session Description
Preservation and restoration of tooth structure
The modern approach to clinical dentistry relies on dentists taking the dual role of physician and surgeon. So, there is a need for a systematic approach to the clinical management of a healthy oral environment. Patients present with a range of different conditions and circumstances and while no single intervention is effective in all cases, it is possible to develop specific strategies and protocols that incorporate monitoring of outcomes for managing individual patients.
Despite continuing major advances in dental materials and techniques. The average longevity of a direct tooth coloured restoration is still hovering around 10 years. Restorative materials are still poor substitute for natural tooth structure. Teeth can withstand high mastication load because they are built using two very different ...
Learning Objectives
The modern approach to clinical dentistry relies on dentists taking the dual role of physician and surgeon. So, there is a need for a systematic approach to the clinical management of a healthy oral environment. Patients present with a range of different conditions and circumstances and while no single intervention is effective in all cases, it is possible to develop specific strategies and protocols that incorporate monitoring of outcomes for managing individual patients.
Despite continuing major advances in dental materials and techniques. The average longevity of a direct tooth coloured restoration is still hovering around 10 years. Restorative materials are still poor substitute for natural tooth structure. Teeth can withstand high mastication load because they are built using two very different ...
Learning Objectives
- Management of caries and hypersensitivity.
- Understanding the role of Glass Ionomer Cements
- Conservative restorative techniques, alternative options for restoration, and maintaining restored dentitions.
- Understanding appropriate materials selection and gaining maximum benefits.