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Restorative

466 - Failure of Class II Esthetic Restorations on Primary Teeth

Saturday, May 25, 2024
12:00 PM - 12:10 PM EST
Location: Exhibit Hall (back left corner of the hall, space 137)

    Presenting Author(s)

  • Camila Pachon Posada, DMD

    Pediatric Dentistry Resident
    University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, Philadelphia, PA
    University of Pennsylvania/Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

    • Co-Author(s)

  • LY

    Lauren Yap, MPH, DMD

    University of Pennsylvania/CHOP

    • Research Mentor(s)

  • EH

    Evlambia Hajishengallis, DDS, MSc, PhD, DMD

    Division Chief of Pediatric Dentistry and Director of the Postdoctoral Pediatric Program at Penn Den
    University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, Philadelphia, PA
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

    • Program Director(s)

  • AO

    Alina O'Brien, DDS

    Program Director
    University of Pennsylvania/CHOP
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Abstract:

Purpose: Class II esthetic restorations on primary teeth play a crucial role in maintaining oral health and function of primary teeth. These restorations are susceptible to various factors that can lead to failures, thus impacting the longevity and effectiveness of the treatment. There is a limited understanding of the causes of failure from the perspective of practicing dentists. The purpose of this study was to survey the membership of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) and identify provider preference of class II restoration techniques on primary teeth and assess the member’s explanation of common causes of failure.

Methods: A 42-item questionnaire on class II restoration techniques and causes of failure was sent to the AAPD membership. Descriptive statistics will be used to analyze the survey responses to identify the most common causes of failure as reported by practicing dentists. Subgroup analyses based on factors such as years of experience and practice settings will be also performed.

Results: Final data is pending.

Conclusions: Understanding the causes of failure of Class II esthetic restorations on primary teeth is crucial for selection of appropriate cases and materials in the placement of such restorations, as well as developing effective treatment approaches to prevent failures.