Classification by Use- restoration, crowns, bridges, impressions, dies, casts, models, cements, temp. materials, pt. dnetures, polishing materials.
Classification by location fabrication:
direct restorative materials
- restorations constructed directly in oral cavity
indirect restorative materials
-restoration fabricated out of mouth, harmful processing conditions
-fabricated on replica (die or cast of patients teeth
classification by longevity of use :
permanent restorations
- no future plan for replacing
- permanent is misnomer
temporary restorations
- placed with future plan for permanent restoration
-short duration of use (up to one month)
interim restorations
-long-term temp. restoration used to stabilize current condition