Recent advancements in aesthetic restorative materials: Innovations and Applications

This book provides a comprehensive overview of the recent advancements in aesthetic restorative dental materials, tracing the historical evolution from basic tooth repair to sophisticated aesthetic treatments. It details the classification and factors influencing material selection along with the shift from traditional materials like amalgam to modern tooth-colored alternatives highlighting the importance of aesthetics in modern dentistry. The text delves into the properties and applications of various materials, including glass ionomer cements, composites, Cention N, veneers, bioactive materials, ceramics and aesthetic intracanal posts. This book serves as an invaluable resource for dental professionals, providing both historical context and a detailed examination of the current state of dental material technology and its application in aesthetic dentistry.