FGC preparation Flashcards
1
Q
What are the indications for a FGC?
A
- Insufficient tooth structure to retain an intra coronal or partial coverage restoration
- Extensive axial tooth damage
- Pts who desire the look of gold
- pts who desire maximum durability
2
Q
What are the contraindications of FGC?
A
- Pts who dislike the appearance of gold
- Situations wherein a more conservative restoration would be sufficient
3
Q
What are the advantages of gold?
A
- Most conservative of all full-coverage indirect restorations
- most extensive positive correlation with longevity of all indirect restoration
