title: Provisionalization: the key to cosmetic & restorative success.
abstract: This article demonstrates the importance of provisionals in achieving success with the final restoration. The purposes of a provisional restoration are discussed as well as the various types of provisional materials that are available. A direct technique, using a clear plastic matrix for the fabrication of a provisional bridge, is described. Included is a procedure for forming a pontic that will have accurate contacts and proper contours and embrasures every time.
authors.affiliation: International Dental Consultants, Malverne, New York. USA.
authors.forename: K
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: Rossein
mesh_terms: D017438:Bisphenol A-Glycidyl Methacrylate; D003188:Composite Resins; D003442:Crowns; D003779:Denture Design / Q000379:methods*; D003833:Denture, Partial, Temporary; D004955:Esthetics, Dental; D006801:Humans; D008689:Methacrylates
chemical_list: D003188:Composite Resins; D008689:Methacrylates; C098586:luxatemp; D017438:Bisphenol A-Glycidyl Methacrylate