Composite Restoration — Class IV
DeptRestorative DentistryLevelIntermediateTime35–50 min
Direct composite restoration of proximal cavities involving the incisal edge of anterior teeth, requiring advanced layering (dentin/enamel shades), silicone index or freehand sculpting, and incisal translucency recreation.
What the protocol covers
- •A) Case Selection
- •B) Armamentarium
- •C) Step-by-Step Clinical Procedure
- •D) Layering Strategy
- •E) Finishing, Polishing, and Occlusion
- •F) Quality Checklist
- •G) Common Student Mistakes
- •H) Documentation Template
The full procedure entry includes
- The full step-by-step protocol (19 content blocks)
- Armamentarium, indications and contraindications
- Common pitfalls and how to avoid them
- The narrated video lesson and night-before prep sheet
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