title: Contour of class V composite restorations.
abstract: For class V composite restorations, reproducing the natural contour of the tooth may best be attained with the use of a matrix. The matrix techniques that produced the best contours were the compound index with the plastic sheath or Mylar strip, and those among the worst used the composite instrument with and without alcohol.
mesh_terms: D003188:Composite Resins; D003793:Dental Restoration, Permanent / Q000145:classification / Q000379:methods*; D005881:Gingiva / Q000033:anatomy & histology; D006801:Humans; D008434:Matrix Bands; D014070:Tooth / Q000033:anatomy & histology
chemical_list: D003188:Composite Resins