Early childhood caries is now affecting the children in dangerous proportions. There is a widespread loss of the tooth material irrespective of the type of the carious lesion. Restoration of such lesions with a strong permanent bond between the dental tissues and the restorative dental materials would be a highly desirable requisite of any restorative material. Ultramorphological characterizati...

The placement of intermediary cement bases under deep preparations for amalgam restorations is a recommended procedure in restorative dentistry. The base is of low thermal conductivity and thus protects the pulp from thermal shock.1 Bases should also possess sufficient strength to withstand the forces of condensation and mastication transmitted through the amalgam restoration.2'3 The effect of ...

background and aims. it is believed that adherence of candida albicans to oral surfaces is a critical event in the colonization and development of oral diseases such as candida-associated denture stomatitis. although there is considerable information about the adherence of candida albicans to buccal epithelial cells and prosthetic materials, there is very little information available about the ...

Over the past 50 years, many changes have occurred in restorative materials in development and on availability.1 Restorative dentistry, in its infancy, was dominated by the simple principle of “Extension for Prevention,” laid down by GV Black and which was partially dictated by the restorative material available at that time.2 Restoration in primary teeth differs from the permanent teeth becaus...

Background: The quality of the coronal seal of root canal filling material is important for periapical health. Absorption of water or saliva by the temporary restorative materials leads to dimensional changes, loss of retention, staining and breaking in margin contours. Hence this study was carried out to evaluate and compare the sealing properties, water absorption and solubility of IRM (inter...

Years ago, the restorative material options for the dental practitioner were limited. Direct placement materials available were either amalgam or silicate. Amalgam has long been recognized as a forgiving restorative material that works well in a variety of circumstances. Advantages of amalgam include cariostatic properties, the ability to work in varied moisture conditions, and quick bulk place...

One of the goals of dentistry is to develop new approaches in restorative dentistry that will reduce the amount of tooth removal during treatment. With advances in material science and restorative techniques, we are able to attain these ideals and recreate nature with minimal removal of tooth structure. The latest developments in minimally invasive dentistry (MID) and its impact on esthetic res...

Background: Restoring the carious lesion at an early stage is an ideal treatment option in order to preserve the primary teeth until its normal anticipated exfoliation. This helps to assist in the maintenance of a healthy oral environment and arch length as well as to preserve the function of mastication and speech. However, even a simple restorative treatment plan is likely to evoke anxiety in...