Posterior Restoration Selection Among General Dental Practices in Malaysia: A Preliminary Study
- Author:
Abdul Azim Asy Abdul Aziz
- Collective Name:Aimi Amalina Ahmad, Azlan Jaafar, Norazlina Mohammad, Aws H Ali AlKadhim
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Posterior Restoration, Selection, General Dental Practices, Malaysia.
- From:
The International Medical Journal Malaysia
2019;18(2):53-58
- CountryMalaysia
- Language:English
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Abstract:
Introduction: Tooth restoration is a common, routine procedure among dentists but still has its own
difficulties especially for posterior teeth. As it is a straightforward procedure, some dentists are not aware of
the difficulties that may contribute in reducing the longevity of the filling. The aim of the study is to
determine the difficulties encountered during and after placement of restorative materials in deep cavities.
Materials and methods: Standardized questionnaires were divided randomly among general private
dental practitioners in Kuala Lumpur. Chi-square test was used to determine any significant factors
associated with difficulties of material placement. Results: This study showed that the most frequent
difficulties encountered among practitioners were to obtain good moisture control (39.0%). No significant
association was found between obtaining good moisture control and year of clinical experience (p= 0.286)
and also place of graduation with the manipulation of the materials (p= 0.542). Conclusion: Dental
practitioners claimed that it was difficult to obtain good moisture control in placement of posterior
restoration. Thus, it is an obligation of dental practitioners to practice proper isolation and good
manipulation of materials on posterior restoration.
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