title: Adopting a new philosophy: minimal invasion.
abstract: Dentistry is a dynamic profession with new trends evolving. Minimally invasive dentistry is becoming not just a concept but a way of practicing. Creative people are finding ways, materials, and technology that enable patients to experience less hard-tissue or soft-tissue removal, improved prevention and maintenance, and increased attention to a philosophy of "less is more." The World Congress of Minimally Invasive Dentistry was formed to facilitate the sharing of these new concepts. The members embrace change, and dentistry offers the constant opportunity for such. As the standard of care moves toward minimally invasive dentistry, patients will benefit.
authors.affiliation: cvdental@aol.com
authors.forename: Joseph A
authors.initials: JA
authors.lastname: Whitehouse
mesh_terms: D016025:Bone Transplantation / Q000379:methods; D002012:Bruxism / Q000628:therapy; D003729:Dental Care / Q000379:methods*; D015921:Dental Implants; D003762:Dental Instruments; D006801:Humans; D008443:Maxillary Sinus / Q000601:surgery; D008904:Miniaturization; D019060:Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures; D010685:Philosophy, Dental; D019231:Tooth Preparation, Prosthodontic / Q000379:methods
chemical_list: D015921:Dental Implants