Aesthetic and Restorative Dentistry Material Selection and Technique

This dynamic multi-contributor book illustrates important esthetic and restorative dental procedures as they are used in everyday clinical situations. It is designed to explain how a selected material and/or instrument can be used as part of a thorough protocol to achieve restorative excellence. With the scientific knowledge and clinical and laboratory expertise of an elect international editorial team, this book encompasses many facets of dentistry including biomaterials, dental technology, operative dentistry, prosthodontics, orthodontics, periodontics, and implant dentistry. Each chapter is divided into two parts. The first part consists of the latest evidence-based clinical concepts and biomaterials information related to the topic. The second section provides step-by-step high-quality illustration of the associated clinical procedures. The detailed photographic description of restorative and surgical procedures will ensure proper decision making and enhanced technique. Clinicians, technicians, and auxiliary staff will discover ways to make improvements in their work, maximize their productivity, and provide improved oral health to their patients.

Contents

1. Diagnostic and Communication Concepts 2. Principles of Tooth Preparation 3. Composite Resins 4. Ceramic Materials 5. Elastomeric Impression Materials 6. Contemporary Adhesive Cements 7. Provisionalization 8. Aesthetic Post Systems 9. Mechanisms of Adhesion 10. Finishing and Polishing Aesthetic Restorative Materials 11. Dental Photography 12. Periodontal Plastic Surgery 13. Interdisciplinary Implantology 14. Biomodification of Tooth Discoloration