Optimization of large MOD restorations: Composite resin inlays vs. short fiber-reinforced direct restorations

Techniques for restoring anterior or posterior teeth include direct, semi-direct, semi-indirect and indirect restorations [1]. Large direct restorations present several challenges, especially in the posterior dentition. Mastering of shape, contours and occlusal anatomy/function requires particular skills [2,3]. But it also raises the problem of polymerization shrinkage [4,5]. Contraction stresses challenge the dentin –resin hybrid layer and may result in gap formation and/or decreased dentin bond strength [4,6].

Source: Dental Materials - January 22, 2018 Category: Materials Science Authors: Luciana Mara Soares, Mehrdad Razaghy, Pascal Magne Source Type: research