Dental Digest Podcast with Dr. Melissa Seibert
212. Federico Ferraris DDS - Ceramic Onlays, Esthetics, Fixed Prosthodontics
Feb 27, 2024
Explore the benefits of ceramic onlays over crowns, understanding posterior indirect adhesive restorations, testing occlusion in adhesive rehabilitation, and adapting occlusal changes from provisional to final restorations in prosthodontic cases.
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Quick takeaways
- Ceramic overlays provide a precise indirect approach for occlusal coverage, emphasizing the importance of adhesive concepts and new materials.
- Conducting test drives with mock-ups aids in assessing functional outcomes and ensuring proper fit before final cementation, highlighting the significance of biomechanical behavior in adhesive rehabilitations.
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Advantages of Ceramic Overlay Restorations
Ceramic overlay restorations offer a valuable alternative to traditional crowns, providing partial or full occlusal coverage with an indirect approach. Dr. Ferrars emphasizes the importance of following a specific protocol tailored to adhesive concepts and new materials, highlighting the precision required for optimal results. He discusses the limited need for inlay restorations due to advancements in direct restorations, underlining the critical role of adhesive dentistry in modern dental practices.
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