RBFDPs: Resin-Bonded Fixed Dental Prostheses: Minimally Invasive – Esthetic – Reliable

In the age of esthetic-driven dentistry, single-retainer metal-ceramic and all-ceramic resin-bonded fixed dental prostheses (RBFDPs) are emerging as a reliable, minimally invasive solution for replacing single missing teeth—particularly in the anterior region.

With increasing clinical evidence revealing esthetic complications in implants placed in the anterior zone of younger patients over time, zirconia-based RBFDPs are gaining renewed attention. This comprehensive guide focuses on the modern application of single-retainer RBFDPs, offering a streamlined protocol for replacing incisors, and extending to canines and premolars.

Despite being technique-sensitive, the method is straightforward and highly dependable—when executed with precision. This book provides detailed step-by-step guidance, rich with 888 high-quality illustrations and long-term case studies, some exceeding 20 years of follow-up, to demonstrate predictable success.

Key Features:

• A clear rationale behind the evolution to single-retainer RBFDPs

• Evidence-based indications and limitations of the technique

• Protocols for both metal-ceramic and all-ceramic restorations

• Step-by-step workflow from diagnosis and pretreatment to bonding and aftercare

• Clinical guidelines on when to splint and when not to

• A full chapter on the 10 most common mistakes to avoid

• Strategies for long-term bonding success and esthetic outcomes

Whether you’re aiming to broaden your armamentarium for esthetic tooth replacement or seeking a more conservative alternative to implants, this book is a must-have clinical reference for general dentists and prosthodontists alike.

Specifications:
264 pages | 888 illustrations | Case studies with up to 20 years of follow-up

Contents Overview:

1. Evolution to Single-Retainer Designs

2. Indications & Contraindications

3. Longevity and Clinical Success

4. Diagnostic and Treatment Planning Protocols

5. Metal-Ceramic & All-Ceramic Techniques

6. Splinting Considerations

7. Replacement of Canines and Premolars

8. Maintenance and Troubleshooting

9. Top 10 Application Mistakes