Introduction

Abstract

This book provides learning points at the start of each chapter which relate to major areas of clinical relevance. The introduction asks dentists to:

• Consider the consequences of providing extra-coronal restorations, particularly where failure will result in damage to an already prepared and weakened tooth

• Recognise that patients may view dental restorations as normal consumer goods causing disappointment unless expectations are managed

• Advise patients of the realities of having irreversible dental treatments, not only in terms of improved dental and general health, but bad impacts too

• Use scientific evidence (where available) to inform choice of restoration

• Select, where suitable, minimally destructive, adhesively retained restorations

• Plan and perform work to a high standard employing sound biological and mechanical principles.

In addition to the above learning points, the introduction outlines the content of each of the Book’s five parts, mentioned previously in the preface.