Resin-based composites are widely used restorative materials in clinical practice owing to their excellent aesthetics and durability. These materials are placed via established techniques and require finishing and polishing as an essential part of the procedure. Rough or poorly polished surfaces contribute to staining, plaque accumulation, gingival irritation, secondary caries, and poor wear resistance. There is a lack of consensus with respect to the finishing and polishing protocols of composites. This book explores the best finishing protocol for composite restorative materials using a...

Apical seal of retrograde filling materials plays a vital role in determining the successful outcomes after endodontic microsurgery. The biocompatibility and physical properties of these materials are the focus of today's scientific research. Conventionally, amalgam and zinc-oxide eugenol based cements were commonly used, but over the time the clinical outcomes were not satisfactory. Calcium silicates based cements have shown excellent regenerative properties and satisfactory healing response with modern surgical techniques.This book explores the sealing ability of novel calcium silicate...