Therapeutic choices in the molar region
Ducar, J.P.; Tsutsui, F.; Merin, R.L.
Journal of the California Dental Association 30(5): 355-361
2002
ISSN/ISBN: 1043-2256 PMID: 12041803 Document Number: 542879
Treatment of the damaged molar often presents a set of challenges unique to the posterior dentition. Traditional dental treatments continue to be refined to improve the prognosis when treating the posterior dentition. Daily treatment-planning decisions include whether to treat with conventional dental or implant therapeutic approaches, and involve consideration of local host factors as well as limitations in specific therapeutic approaches. This article will review some of the factors to consider in these treatment-planning decisions.