Apparent colour of dental restorations

Abstract

When tooth substance has been lost either by decay or accidental trauma it should be restored aesthetically and functionally to maintain the patient's oral health. Restorative procedures involve removing caries (decayed tooth substance) of the hard outer enamel and softer inner dentine layer. This is achieved by means of burrs and other dental cutting instruments. The shape of the cavity produced must provide retention for the restorative material and prevent further weakening of the tooth leading to possible cuspal fractures. Materials in common use include porcelain, gold, silver‐tin amalgam and various polymers. The decision as to which material to use in any given situation depends on several factors:

Citation

von Fraunhofer, J.A. and Davies, E.H. (1972), "Apparent colour of dental restorations", Pigment & Resin Technology, Vol. 1 No. 7, pp. 27-31. https://doi.org/10.1108/eb040829