Esthetic Dentistry in Clinical Practice

by Marc Geissberger (University of the Pacific, San Francisco, CA )

• ISBN13: 9780813820910
• ISBN10: 081382091X
• Format: eBook
• Copyright: 2010-01-01
• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell

Summary

As esthetic dentistry continues to grow in popularity, dentists are offered an opportunity to expand their practices and attract new patients. Esthetic Dentistry in Clinical Practice provides dentists with the skills to take advantage of that opportunity. Clearly outlining esthetic procedures, the book enables dentists to treat patients in an efficient and clinically sound manner, bringing esthetic dentistry to everyday practice.

Table of Contents

Introduction to Concepts in Esthetic Dentistry

Guiding Principles of Esthetic Dentistry

Dental Photography in Esthetic Dental Practice

The Initial Patient Examination

Occlusion

Esthetic Case Design

Considerations for Treating the Routine Esthetic Case

Considerations for Treating the Moderately Difficult Esthetic Case

Considerations for Treating the Complex Esthetic Case

Direct Restorative Materials

Direct Composite Restorative Techniques

Selecting Indirect Restorative Materials

Color and Shade Selection

Preparation Design for Indirect Restorations in Esthetic Dentistry

Soft Tissue Management, Impression Materials and Techniques

Provisional Restorations

Laboratory Fabrication of Esthetic Restorations

Luting Agents for Dental Restorations

Restoration Delivery

Protective Occlusal Splints

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