Abstract

The use of all‐ceramic represents represent a valid alternative to complete crown restorations, especially for erosion management, that became very common in restorative dentistry. For this reason, the minimally invasive tooth preparation procedure allows the maximum preservation of healthy tooth structure thus guaranteeing vitality and higher overall resistance of restoration. Also thanks to the undeniable advantages offered by the adhesive cementation technique. Nowadays a new clinical approach based on an innovative minimally invasive prosthetic procedure (MIPP) is also applicable to full crown restorations allowing preservation of vitality and tooth structure. The availability of a wide range of ceramic material permits the achievement of excellent, long lasting esthetic results both for anterior and posterior cases and in full mouth rehabilitations. In this scenario, the correct acid erosion screening and the management with right products become very important both for diagnosis and treatment after cementation, in order to reach a long-term clinical maintenance of the restorations.

Learning Objectives

• Explain modern concepts in prosthetic adhesive dentistry
• Discuss the etiology of worn dentition
• Describe the rationale and methods for pre-operative screening of worn dentition
• Outline the restorative management strategies for worn dentition
• Discuss the principles of long-term maintenance and follow-up care for patients with worn dentition

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