Hornbrook D S
Baylor College, Dallas, Texas, USA.
Signature. 1995 Summer:10-6.
Only a few decades ago, the use and fabrication of provisional restorations was still a neglected area of restorative dentistry. Recently, a new recognition has been given to the importance of provisional restoration--maintenance of space for the tooth being, restored, acceptable interim aesthetics, cover against bacterial infiltration, and the registration of vital information for the fabrication of final restorations. This two-part article presents the clinical procedures for the utilization of provisional restorations in the anterior area and in inlay/onlay preparations.
