Biomaterial Strategies for Long Term Esthetic Success

Presentation Synopsis

The desire to achieve long lasting, functional, and esthetically beautiful restorations is universal among clinicians. The challenge is achieving the initial result that satisfies those criteria, and an even bigger challenge, watching the result age while remaining clinically and esthetically acceptable. This presentation will look at the factors that impact the original choice of materials, and how those choices impact longevity. A special emphasis will be placed on the long-term esthetic outcomes of our restorations.

Learning Objectives

Following the presentation attendees will understand:

• how different materials present different esthetic challenges long term
• how to clinically use various materials properties to increase their clinical acceptability long term, especially opacity and translucency
• how to modify the soft tissue to restoration interface to enhance a restorations appearance long term
• non-restorative options to improve a restorations esthetic longevity