title: Resin-bonded fixed partial dentures: a review of three decades of progress.
abstract: The resin-bonded fixed partial denture has undergone significant changes in design, materials and tooth preparation since its development in 1973. The selection of resin cement and micromechanical retention have closely paralleled alloy-resin-bonding research. Despite impressive in vitro research results, only 74 percent of the prostheses are still functional at the end of four years. Understanding the limitations, indications and design of resin-bonded fixed partial dentures will result in improved longevity and patient satisfaction.
authors.affiliation: Advanced Education in General Dentistry Residency, Langley Air Force Base, Va, USA.
authors.forename: T A
authors.initials: TA
authors.lastname: Imbery
authors.forename: E G
authors.initials: EG
authors.lastname: Eshelman
mesh_terms: D003722:Dental Alloys; D001840:Dental Bonding; D019232:Dental Restoration Failure; D003781:Denture Retention / Q000379:methods; D016379:Denture, Partial, Fixed, Resin-Bonded; D006801:Humans; D015201:Meta-Analysis as Topic; D019279:Resin Cements; D013499:Surface Properties; D019231:Tooth Preparation, Prosthodontic
chemical_list: D003722:Dental Alloys; D019279:Resin Cements