title: Managing occlusal surfaces of young permanent molars.
abstract: The practice of restoring occlusal surfaces of young permanent teeth with just amalgam or waiting and watching for caries to occur is outdated. Today, there are several treatment options.
authors.affiliation: Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Ohio State University College of Dentistry, Columbus 43210.
authors.forename: W F
authors.initials: WF
authors.lastname: Waggoner
mesh_terms: D002648:Child; D003188:Composite Resins; D003723:Dental Amalgam; D003731:Dental Caries / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000628:therapy*; D003732:Dental Caries Activity Tests; D003793:Dental Restoration, Permanent; D006801:Humans; D008963:Molar; D010895:Pit and Fissure Sealants
chemical_list: D003188:Composite Resins; D010895:Pit and Fissure Sealants; D003723:Dental Amalgam