Individualized wedge.
The preparation of an individualized wedge in the gingival embrasure before cavity preparation using photo-cured resin permits rehabilitation of the interproximal space and the original contact point position. Because the individualized wedge completely fills the embrasure, the adaptation to the gingival and proximal walls of the molar to be restored is perfect, avoiding any overextension of obturation material during insertion. Furthermore, the original position of the contact point is preserved.
González-López
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S
Department of Pathology and Dental Therapeutics, School of Dentistry, University of Granada, Granada, Spain. sglopez@ugr.es
Bolaños-Carmona
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MV
Navajas-Rodríguez de Mondelo
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JM
D003188:Composite Resins / Q000737:chemistry; D003737:Dental Cavity Preparation / Q000145:classification / Q000295:instrumentation*; D003743:Dental Enamel / Q000473:pathology; D003793:Dental Restoration, Permanent; D003804:Dentin / Q000473:pathology; D004867:Equipment Design; D006801:Humans; D008434:Matrix Bands; D012117:Resins, Synthetic; D016733:Rubber Dams; D013499:Surface Properties
D003188:Composite Resins; D012117:Resins, Synthetic