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What is the primary purpose of provisional coverage?
What is the primary purpose of provisional coverage?
- To replace missing teeth permanently
- To perform root canal treatment
- To protect the prepared tooth until a permanent restoration is placed (correct)
- To whiten surrounding teeth
For how long do patients typically wear provisional crowns or bridges?
For how long do patients typically wear provisional crowns or bridges?
- 6 months to 1 year
- 1 week to 2 weeks
- 2 weeks to 1 month (correct)
- 1 month to 3 months
Which type of provisional coverage requires more time and customization during the preparation?
Which type of provisional coverage requires more time and customization during the preparation?
- Prefabricated provisional
- Custom provisional (correct)
- Emergency provisional
- Temporary cover
What material is used in polycarbonate crowns?
What material is used in polycarbonate crowns?
Which type of provisional is specifically designed for anterior and posterior preparations?
Which type of provisional is specifically designed for anterior and posterior preparations?
What is the role of cellulose acetate in provisional coverage?
What is the role of cellulose acetate in provisional coverage?
Which provisional material is available for all tooth types and is a thin clear shell?
Which provisional material is available for all tooth types and is a thin clear shell?
What must be done with aluminum and tin crowns when contouring the gingival margin?
What must be done with aluminum and tin crowns when contouring the gingival margin?
What is the primary concern when using stainless steel crowns for primary posterior teeth?
What is the primary concern when using stainless steel crowns for primary posterior teeth?
What is the maximum allowed space between the crown margin and the finish line of the preparation for provisional coverage?
What is the maximum allowed space between the crown margin and the finish line of the preparation for provisional coverage?
What type of impression is commonly used for holding the provisional material?
What type of impression is commonly used for holding the provisional material?
What is a key recommendation when mixing powder/liquid materials?
What is a key recommendation when mixing powder/liquid materials?
Which of the following materials is considered a type of light-polymerized material?
Which of the following materials is considered a type of light-polymerized material?
What is a benefit of light-cured provisional materials?
What is a benefit of light-cured provisional materials?
What is the setting time for the provisional polymer crown resin used in the preformed crown technique?
What is the setting time for the provisional polymer crown resin used in the preformed crown technique?
What type of materials are bisacrylic composites and bis-GMA?
What type of materials are bisacrylic composites and bis-GMA?
What is the function of the preformed crown method?
What is the function of the preformed crown method?
Which material should be avoided when making provisional crowns due to its significant exothermic reaction?
Which material should be avoided when making provisional crowns due to its significant exothermic reaction?
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Provisional Coverage
Provisional Coverage
Temporary restoration used to protect prepared teeth while a permanent restoration is made.
Custom Provisional
Custom Provisional
Individually made provisional crown or bridge for each patient.
Prefabricated Provisional
Prefabricated Provisional
Pre-made crown or bridge available for single-unit teeth.
Polycarbonate Crowns
Polycarbonate Crowns
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Polymer Shell Crowns
Polymer Shell Crowns
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Cellulose Acetate Shells
Cellulose Acetate Shells
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Criteria for Provisionals
Criteria for Provisionals
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Alginate Impression
Alginate Impression
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Baseplate Wax Impression
Baseplate Wax Impression
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Vacuum-formed Tray
Vacuum-formed Tray
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Silicone Putty Impression
Silicone Putty Impression
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Powder/liquid Materials
Powder/liquid Materials
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Paste/Paste Materials
Paste/Paste Materials
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Light-polymerized Materials
Light-polymerized Materials
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Preformed Crown Method
Preformed Crown Method
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Methyl methacrylate
Methyl methacrylate
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Ethyl methacrylate resin
Ethyl methacrylate resin
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Bisacrylic composites
Bisacrylic composites
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Bis-GMA acrylic provisional resin
Bis-GMA acrylic provisional resin
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LuxaFlow
LuxaFlow
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Study Notes
Provisional Coverage
- A temporary crown or bridge used to protect prepared teeth while the permanent restoration is being made
- Restores function and keeps patients comfortable during the waiting period
- Typically worn for 2 weeks to 1 month, but can be longer for complex cases
Types of Provisional Coverage
- Custom provisional: Made individually for each patient, typically used for crowns and bridges
- Prefabricated provisional: Pre-made crowns or bridges, available for single-unit teeth
Materials used for Prefabricated Provisionals
- Polycarbonate crowns: Natural appearance, available for incisors, canines, and premolars
- Polymer shell crowns: Filled with composite resin, designed for molars
- Cellulose acetate shells: Thin, clear, used to carry provisional material
- Aluminum and tin crowns: Thin, cylindrical or anatomical shells for posterior teeth
- Stainless steel crowns: Used for primary teeth when color-matching is not a primary concern
Criteria for Fabricated Provisional Crowns and Bridges
- Esthetically acceptable
- Contoured similar to natural teeth, with good interproximal contacts and alignment
- Smooth cervical margin fitting snugly to the preparation
- Not extending below the preparation margin
- Occlusal surface aligned with the occlusal plane of adjacent teeth
Common Types of Provisional Trays or Molds:
- Alginate impression
- Baseplate wax impression
- Vacuum-formed tray
- Silicone putty impression
Materials for Provisional Coverage:
- Powder/liquid materials: Set in 5-6 minutes, mix by adding powder to liquid to minimize air bubbles
- Examples: Methyl methacrylate, Ethyl methacrylate resin
- Paste and paste materials: Dispensed from syringes or cartridges and mixed through an automix tip
- Examples: Bisacrylic composites, Bis-GMA acrylic provisional resin
- Light-polymerized materials: Less shrinkage, faster setting time, less toxic odor
- Example: LuxaFlow
Preformed Crown Method
- Uses prefabricated shell-like crowns of various sizes
- Crowns are made from polymer or polycarbonate material with anatomical features
- Eliminates the need for a preliminary impression or thermoplastic tray
- Resin and shell bond together for strength and optimal margins
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