Inlay / Onlay Preparation (Ceramic / Composite)
DeptRestorative DentistryLevelIntermediateTime30–45 min
Conservative tooth preparation with divergent walls, rounded internal angles, and adequate reduction for ceramic or composite inlay/onlay fabrication, preserving maximum tooth structure compared to full coverage.
What the protocol covers
- •What These Are
- •A) Case Selection
- •B) Prep Design Goals
- •C) Armamentarium
- •D) Step-by-Step Preparation Workflow
- •E) Immediate Dentin Sealing (IDS)
- •F) Impression / Digital Scan
- •G) Temporization
- •H) Common Student Errors
- •I) Documentation Template
The full procedure entry includes
- The full step-by-step protocol (23 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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