Tooth Wear Management — Direct Composite Build-Ups
DeptRestorative DentistryLevelIntermediateTime45–90 min
Direct composite rehabilitation of worn dentition (attrition, erosion, abrasion) using additive techniques at increased OVD or conforming approach, often requiring diagnostic wax-up and silicone index guidance.
What the protocol covers
- •A) Case Selection
- •B) Diagnosis and Grading
- •C) First-Line Management (Non-Operative)
- •D) Treatment Planning: OVD and the Dahl Concept
- •E) Step-by-Step Direct Composite Build-Ups
- •F) Follow-Up Schedule
- •G) Common Student Errors
- •H) Documentation Template
The full procedure entry includes
- The full step-by-step protocol (21 content blocks)
- Armamentarium, indications and contraindications
- Common pitfalls and how to avoid them
- The narrated video lesson and night-before prep sheet
More dental procedures
Caries Risk Assessment & Treatment PlanningFluoride Varnish ApplicationPit & Fissure SealantsResin InfiltrationRubber Dam Isolation for RestorativeComposite Restoration — Class IComposite Restoration — Class IIComposite Restoration — Class IIIComposite Restoration — Class IVComposite Restoration — Class VMatrix Systems & Sectional MatricesContact/Contour Finishing & Polishing
Dentalverse is an educational resource for dental students and dentists. This page is a study reference — it is not medical advice and does not replace clinical judgment. Always follow your institution's protocols and your supervisor's guidance.