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Modified clear silicone index for light-polymerizing direct composite resin restorations
Light-polymerizing composite resins have been commonly used to restore the esthetics and function of anterior and posterior teeth1,2 Creating an ideal tooth morphology with direct composite resin is challenging, time consuming, and requires artistic skill, especially when multiple teeth are being restored. The procedure is simplified with the use of an index.3 Conventionally, a putty elastomeric impression material is adapted to a waxed cast to fabricate an index.3 However, light cannot pass through the opaque material.
