title: Minimally invasive dentistry: paradigm shifts in preparation design.
abstract: While the concept of minimally invasive dentistry has long been considered a rational, viable approach to restorative care, preparation design, material science, and long-term evidentiary support have only recently begun to provide the foundation necessary to support such treatment in the everyday practice. This article reviews the fundamental paradigm shift evidenced in contemporary prosthodontics as required to facilitate the emerging interest in delivering conservative restorative alternatives.
authors: brian@cosmetic-dentistry.com
authors: Brian P
authors: BP
authors: LeSage
mesh_terms: D000134:Acid Etching, Dental; D000328:Adult; D003442:Crowns; D001840:Dental Bonding / Q000379:methods; D003737:Dental Cavity Preparation / Q000379:methods; D003738:Dental Cements / Q000737:chemistry; D015921:Dental Implants; D003764:Dental Materials / Q000737:chemistry; D003776:Dental Porcelain / Q000737:chemistry; D017267:Dental Prosthesis Design; D019094:Dental Prosthesis, Implant-Supported; D019232:Dental Restoration Failure; D003801:Dental Veneers; D004955:Esthetics, Dental; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D019246:Tooth Preparation / Q000379:methods*; D019231:Tooth Preparation, Prosthodontic / Q000379:methods
chemical_list: D003738:Dental Cements; D015921:Dental Implants; D003764:Dental Materials; D003776:Dental Porcelain