Fahad S Algahtani*

Department of Restorative Dental Science, Faculty of Dentistry, Taif University, Taif, Saudi Arabia

*Corresponding Author: Fahad S Algahtani, Department of Restorative Dental Science, Faculty of Dentistry, Taif University, Taif, Saudi Arabia.

Received: May 21, 2025; Published: May 26, 2025

Abstract

This clinical case report demonstrates a conservative, cost-effective approach to restoring multiple defective posterior composite restorations using the semi-direct technique with a silicone die. A 32-year-old female patient presented with recurrent caries, open contacts, and sensitivity in her upper right quadrant. A semi-direct composite approach was employed after rejecting indirect ceramic options due to financial constraints. The process included Immediate Dentin Sealing (IDS), extraoral fabrication of composite restorations on silicone dies, and thermal post-curing. This approach yielded excellent anatomical form, esthetic integration, and improved patient comfort. The case supports the semi-direct method as a viable alternative to indirect restorations, blending precision, durability, and affordability within a single clinical session.

Keywords: Semi-direct Restoration; Silicone Die Technique; Posterior Resin Composite; Immediate Dentin Sealing; Conservative Dentistry

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Citation

Citation: Fahad S Algahtani. “Semi-Direct Posterior Resin Composite Restorations: The Silicone Die Approach". Acta Scientific Dental Sciences 9.6 (2025): 22-29.

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