Questions and Answers
What is the primary objective of tooth preparations?
To retain restorative material in a strong, esthetic, and functional manner
What are the factors affecting cavity preparation?
Extension of the caries/defect, dental tissues, oral hygiene of the patient, and restorative material
What is the classification of tooth preparations based on?
Number of related surfaces, extension of the preparation, depth and proximity to the pulp, and areas of the tooth
Why are tooth preparations for composite and glass-ionomer restorations considered modified?
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What is the purpose of the cavosurface margin in tooth preparations?
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