Factores que determinan el éxito en las restauraciones de composite. Revisión bibliográfica.

Abstract

Objective: This article describes the factors that determine the success of composite restorations. Materials and methods: A bibliographic search was carried out in different digital databases: PubMed/Medline, SciELO, Elsevier/ScienceDirect, Medigraphic, and Google Scholar. Among them, 45 publications were obtained, including original articles, literature reviews, systematic reviews, and case reports, from 2015 to 2023. Results: The longevity of composite restorations depends on several parameters. The operator's skill, experience, clinical decisions, and frequent dentist changes are crucial in this context. In addition, the patient's age, gender, and health conditions also have a significant influence. The choice of resin type, the tooth's condition to be treated, proper cavity preparation, and selection of restorative and bonding techniques are essential to ensure long-term success. Conclusion: The clinical performance of composite restorations depends on several factors related to the operator, patient, material, tooth, and previous cavity preparation.