Preimpregnated, fiber-reinforced prostheses. Part I. Basic rationale and complete-coverage and intracoronal fixed partial denture designs.
This is the first of two articles describing the development and use of a continuous fiber-reinforced composite as a framework for the fabrication of fixed partial dentures and splints. The chemical composition and physical structure of the fiber-reinforced composite, along with the progression and development of a variety of fiber-reinforced composite materials, are discussed. Criteria for case selection, tooth preparation, and the clinical and laboratory procedures required for partial- or complete-coverage fixed partial denture fabrication and delivery are described.
Freilich
M A
MA
Department of Prosthodontics, University of Connecticut, School of Dental Medicine, Farmington 06030-1615, USA. FREILICH@NSO2.UCHC.EDU
Duncan
J P
JP
Meiers
J C
JC
Goldberg
A J
AJ
D003188:Composite Resins / Q000737:chemistry*; D003779:Denture Design; D003830:Denture, Partial, Fixed; D005898:Glass; D006801:Humans; D018579:Patient Selection; D019231:Tooth Preparation, Prosthodontic
D003188:Composite Resins; C009753:fiberglass