Fibre Reinforced Restorations - Why and When

GC India WEBINAR!

Discover the why and when of Fibre Reinforced Restorations in this expert-led GC Webinar!

Restoring teeth that are severely damaged can be complex, especially when the cavity is large. With better knowledge of tooth structure and advanced biomaterials, dentists now lean towards indirect restorations, which offer benefits like improved shape, strength, and wear resistance. These restorations—also known as Posterior Indirect Adhesive Restorations (PIARs)—follow a bio-mimetic approach: using composite to replace dentin and ceramics to substitute missing enamel.

For success, the underlying composite base must be strong and stable, but large applications often lead to shrinkage and stress during placement. This is where fibre-reinforced composites (FRCs) come in—they provide added strength and reduce failure risk. This presentation explores when and why these materials should be used in clinical practice.

Learning Objectives

1. Understanding the adhesive protocols 

2. Treatment planning of complex posterior restorations 

3. Challenges of large cavities and the methods of overcoming the same.

4. What bio-mimetic restorations are and how they replicate tooth structure

5. Fibre-reinforced composites - Importance in day to day to practice 

6. Clinical strategies for incorporating fibres into your restorative protocol