Advantages of Composite Restorations
Aesthetics
Bonding to tooth structure
Minimal preparation
Less- costly/ conservative than indirect restoration
Easy to repair
Reduced mercury exposure and environmental release
Lack of corrosion
Disadvantages
Composite shrinkage up to 3%
microleakage/secondary caries
Post-op sensitivity
Chipping lower wear resistance
Technique sensitivity - moisture control
Adverse biological reactions
Indications
• Restoration of Caries
• Repair of enamel and dentine fractures
• Tooth wear rehabilitation
• To mask mild discolouration
• As a temporary restoration for indirect veneer preparation
Contraindications
Insufficient tooth structure
deep subgingival caries
severely damaged/ heavily restored teeth
allergic reactions
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