Discussion of general characteristics of composite resins: organic and inorganic material, mechanical and chemical behavior. What constitutes and the function of the organic phase/matrix, filler particle, and bonding agent.

Classification, basic components, fillers, failures, and developments of composite resins. Learn to distinguish the different types of resins and when to use them.

Hands-On of a Class II restoration on the premolar using a wedge and matrix. Increment of Tetric N-flow resin by Ivoclar Vivadent after transforming the cavity into Class I. System used: Empress Direct by the same brand.

Restoration of darkened lateral incisors: causes, preparation, protocol, and finishing. Use of an opacifier to hide 65% of the dental darkening, with the rest being blocked by the dentin. Technique protocol with layering.

Class II on tooth 37 (Inlay) - Preparation and margin adjustment were performed. Partial impression of the upper and lower arches, casting with light and heavy silicone. Indirect restoration using the Micerium system, anatomy with dye application, finishing, and polishing. Fitting, cementation, a...

Protocol used and taught in the previous video for darkened tooth. Preparation with a diamond bur and beveled finish. Modified isolation, acid etching, and total-etch adhesive system. About 65% of the enamel surface is covered with an opacifier, followed by a layer of dentin and enamel resin. Inc...

Another clinical case of a darkened tooth, in this case, element 21, with minimal preparation (almost 1.0 mm) and beveled finish. Acid etching + adhesive system. Opacifier followed by composite resin layering. Finishing, texturization, and polishing.