Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry
Volume 93, Issue 2 , Pages 107-115 , February 2005

Current theories of crown contour, margin placement, and pontic design

  • Curtis M. Becker, DDS, MSD

      Affiliations

    • Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Restorative Dentistry, University of Colorado, School of Dentistry
    • ,
  • Wayne B. Kaldahl, DDS

      Affiliations

    • Assistant Professor, Department of Periodontics, University of Nebraska, School of Dentistry

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 Reprinted with permission from J Prosthet Dent 1981;45:268-77.

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doi: 10.1016/j.prosdent.2004.11.005

Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry
Volume 93, Issue 2 , Pages 107-115 , February 2005

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