Finishing and Polishing of Restorative Materials

ISBN-13: 9786207648528 / Angielski / Miękka / 2025 / 128 str.

Shreenidhi S; MALASIDDAPPA S. METRI; PRAHLAD A. SARAF

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Finishing and polishing are critical procedures that enhance the function, longevity, and aesthetics of dental restorations. Finishing involves contouring and shaping using coarse to medium abrasives, while polishing follows, using progressively finer abrasives to produce a lustrous surface that improves patient comfort, reduces plaque retention, and mimics the optical properties of natural enamel. Proper finishing and polishing reduce plaque retention, improves patient comfort, and ensures restoration integrity. Selection of appropriate instruments and techniques is guided by the type of restorative material-such as composites, amalgams, or ceramics-to ensure optimal clinical outcomes.