OBJECTIVE As a typical non-carious cervical lesion, abfraction is a common clinical occurrence which requires restorative treatment in most patients. Nonetheless, the relatively poor clinical longevity of cervical dental used for restoring abfraction lesions has been a major concern of dentists and patients. The continuing loss of hard tissue and, in turn, the low retention of the restorative m...

To understand why the crown lengthening may be desirable, a review of periodontal anatomy is in order. The odontologists know, but often underestimate importance of periodontal tissues health to restoration of defected teeth or dental arches. In order to avoid pathological changes, to predict treatment results more precisely, it is necessary to keep gingival biological width unaltered during te...

Peripheral, infundibular, and occlusal caries can result in significant dental disease affecting the quality of life horse. Recognition understanding grading/classification treatment options are vital for providing optimal equine oral health care. Accurate grading recognition importance location on tooth impacts planning that may or not include restoration. Restoration teeth be performed to red...

Tooth-coloured, resin composite restorations are amongst the most frequently prescribed forms of dental restoration to manage defects in posterior teeth. The attainment of a desirable outcome when placing posterior resin composite restorations requires the clinician to have a good understanding of the benefits (as well as the limitations) posed by this material, together with a sound knowledge ...

Diseases such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), bulimia, anorexia, and extrinsic alimentary factors may cause dental erosion (DE). The minimally invasive therapeutic attitude preserves the remaining healthy tooth structure. In the earlier stages, the direct restoration of dental lesions is possible, using composite materials. In advanced stages of DE, prosthetic treatments are recommen...

statement of the problem: hearing impaired children have a problem in understanding and comprehending with dental treatments. visual language is the sensible answer of how to improve communication with them. purpose: to evaluate the applicability of dental sign language in hearing impaired children in relieving anxiety during stressful dental treatment by improving their means of communication....

This article presents the basic principles of dental occlusion and an overview of this subject area, which is important for dental professionals. Clinical relevance: A sound knowledge of dental occlusion is important in order to improve dental treatment outcome and achieve a long-lasting restoration.