Dental practitioners' evaluation of the metal-resin and metal-ceramic technique in the treatment with fixed prosthetic restorations

Abstract

Berge M, Gustavsen F. Dental practitioners' evaluation of the metal-resin and metal-ceramic technique in the treatment with fixed prosthetic restorations. Acta Odontol Scand 1990;48:371-377. Oslo. ISSN 0001-6357.

To collect information on the use of the metal-resin and the metal-ceramic technique, a questionnaire survey among general practitioners was carried out in Bergen, Norway. Of the 20 dentists (16% sample) randomly selected among the private general practitioners, 17 (85%) responded. The results indicated that 45% metal-resin and 55% metal-ceramic constructions were inserted. Metal-ceramic crowns were selected for their favorable esthetics, whereas metal-resin appliances were preferred because of their repair possibilities and good marginal adaptation. Most dentists (70%) claimed that metal-resin restorations have a better marginal adaptation than metal-ceramic constructions. Location in the mouth, the general periodontal condition, and evidence of wear in the remaining dentition also appeared to influence the selection of the type of tooth-colored veneered crown.