Choice of matrix system for direct posterior composites by the dentists in Lahore

ABSTRACT

The aim of the present study was to evaluate the preferences of dentists in Lahore regarding the selection of matrix system for posterior composites. 100 questionnaires were randomly distributed to the dental surgeons working in hospitals and clinics in Lahore. The questionnaires were designed to find out the preferences of dentists for selection of matrix system for posterior proximal composite restorations. 92 completed questionnaires were returned. 58 general dental practitioners and 34 specialists responded to the questionnaire. 65.2% of the dentists preferred Tofflemire Matrix System, for 53.3% selection depended upon the final tooth preparation requirements, 41.3% marked sectional matrix system to be the best and 24% of the dentists had a preference of using separation ring with sectional bands. Experience of the dentists had no remarkable effect on the preference. Universal Matrix System [Tofflemire] was the preference of the majority of the dentists for direct class II composite restorations. Sectional Matrix System with separation ring was mostly preferred by the specialists but the selection depended upon the restorative requirements