title: Achieving form and function for Class II restorations using aesthetic resin stratification.
abstract: It can be challenging to reproduce the appropriate three-dimensional contours when the proximal walls of posterior teeth have been lost. This presentation will demonstrate the fundamentals required to achieve predictable success when placing direct posterior composites in these Class II sites. The keys to successful placement of resin materials (eg, adhesive technique, integration of form and function, color match) are covered herein. When placing a direct resin restoration, clinicians must have a sound understanding of tooth morphology, combined with the proper techniques, outlined in the clinical case, in order to obtain an acceptable aesthetic restoration.
authors.affiliation: andrew@dr-shannon.com
authors.forename: Andrew T
authors.initials: AT
authors.lastname: Shannon
mesh_terms: D003116:Color; D003188:Composite Resins / Q000737:chemistry*; D001840:Dental Bonding; D003737:Dental Cavity Preparation / Q000379:methods; D018772:Dental Marginal Adaptation; D003793:Dental Restoration, Permanent / Q000145:classification* / Q000379:methods; D004955:Esthetics, Dental; D006801:Humans; D010347:Patient Care Planning; D013499:Surface Properties; D014070:Tooth / Q000033:anatomy & histology; D016896:Treatment Outcome
chemical_list: D003188:Composite Resins