How to detect and prevent microleakage in dental restorations
Bacteria has a way of creeping in everywhere, and your composite restorations are no exception. This invading bacteria isn’t just problematic for the health and happiness of your patient, it’s problematic for your dental practice. With 50% of new business coming from referrals, and an average patient being worth $1,000 to a practice annually1,one premature restoration replacement can have a ripple effect on your bottom line.
Understanding the root causes of microleakage in composite restorations, how to detect it, and and how to mitigate the risk of it occurring in the first place are the keys to a long-term successful restoration. Don’t worry, though—eliminating pain points and bringing predictability and efficiency to your dental practice is what we’re here for. Below, we’ll outline how to detect microleakage in restorative dentistry and how to prevent it from happening in the first place, allowing you to create more positive experiences for your patients and grow your practice.