Functional and aesthetic management of worn dentition with direct composite restorations: a clinical report

ABSTRACT

The management of tooth surface loss [TSL] could be challenging in primary dental care settings. However the introduction of resin-based composite restorative materials have significantly changed our traditional mechanistic approach in favour of more tooth-tissues conservative treatments whilst improving both functional and aesthetic demands by patients. Direct banding to remaining toot tissues is more predictable than any time before, it has been clinically proven that the applications of direct composite restorations could be extended beyond building up a single tooth and become a viable option for full mouth rehabilitation. Economic factors are crucial elements in the success of our day to day dental treatments as there is more emphasis on implementing time and cost-effective and reversible treatments at low biological risks