The bonding of prosthetic restorations is a complex and delicate process that requires skill and knowledge. Prosthodontists and clinicians engaged in conservative restorative dentistry will find in this text all the necessary information for the success of this intricate task.
Knowledge of commercially available powders and the selection of the most suitable powder for each case contributes to achieving a stable and long-lasting bond. At the same time, the study and understanding of the properties of the different surfaces to be bonded and their respective behaviors are elements that will determine the bonding protocol for all cases in daily clinical practice.
What is the material of the restorations? What are the characteristics of the surfaces to be bonded? Is it possible to sufficiently isolate the tooth? It is fundamental to answer these questions during the initial assessment before the final and decisive phase of the prosthetic restoration begins: the bonding.
The precision and methodology applied at all stages of the prosthetic restoration's construction are critical factors for the successful outcome of the bonding process, during which the effective utilization of the clinician's experience and knowledge becomes possible.
Giacomo Derchi is an Associate Professor at the University of Pisa.
Umberto Campaner is a dental technician at the Academy of Dentistry in Milan.
Collaborating editor: Enrico Manca
Collaborating editor: Vincenzo Marchio
Foreword: Mutlu Özcan
