title: Esthetic alternatives for posterior teeth: porcelain and laboratory-processed composite resins.
abstract: Porcelain and laboratory-processed composite inlays and onlays are enjoying increasing popularity as a result of heightened patient concern over the esthetics and biocompatibility of restorative materials. This paper reviews current clinical concerns about porcelain and indirect composite restorations, focusing on indirect procedures, microleakage, technique sensitivity, long-term serviceability, finish and polish, abrasion, and wear resistance. The available data indicate that there are still significant limitations to the routine use of these esthetic alternatives for posterior restorations.
authors.affiliation: Department of Clinical Dental Sciences, Faculty of Dentistry, University of British Columbia.
authors.forename: J N
authors.initials: JN
authors.lastname: Walton
mesh_terms: D001641:Bicuspid; D003188:Composite Resins / Q000191:economics; D003763:Dental Leakage; D003776:Dental Porcelain / Q000009:adverse effects; D017220:Dentin-Bonding Agents; D006801:Humans; D007284:Inlays / Q000379:methods*; D008963:Molar; D013499:Surface Properties; D014072:Tooth Abrasion / Q000209:etiology
chemical_list: D003188:Composite Resins; D017220:Dentin-Bonding Agents; D003776:Dental Porcelain