The reconstruction of structurally compromised non-vital posterior teeth may represent one of the most challenging adhesive-based restorative procedures. Several factors may influence the longevity of direct fiber-reinforced resin composite restorations: endodontic procedures prior to post cementation, dentin and/or post surface treatments, selection of the appropriate post design and architect...

AIM This double-blind randomized clinical trial compared the performance of posterior composite restorations with and without bevel. METHODS AND MATERIALS Thirteen volunteers requiring at least two posterior Class II restorations were selected. Twenty-nine cavity preparations were performed, comprising 14 without bevel (butt joint) and 15 with marginal beveling. All cavities were restored wit...

Here, we present a case report on prosthetic reconstruction of posterior teeth and composite resin restoration of anterior teeth yielding considerable esthetic improvement, reestablishment of disocclusion guides and function.

The growing demand for esthetic restorations has driven the dentists to provide composite resin restorations even in the posterior class I situations. In these load bearing locations of the teeth, composite resins are subjected to a very thorough biodynamic testing which revealed some of their shortcomings. Persistent postoperative sensitivity has been recognized to be a reason for failure of t...

30 INTERNATIONAL DENTISTRY – AUSTRALASIAN EDITION VOL. 7, NO. 2 Nanotechnology, on the other hand, has made successful inroads into modern composite technology and continues to be the subject of considerable research work1,12,13. Nanosized inorganic fillers enable the filler content of composite pastes to be maximised while retaining excellent clinical handling properties and at the same time m...

The clinical success of direct composite restorations is the result of the correct use and performance of adhesive systems, resin composites and light curing systems. Total-etch adhesive systems and microhybrid resin composites have seen continuous improvement; various clinical techniques have been introduced to address polymerization shrinkage. Manufacturers have introduced sophisticated light...