Application of Modern Technology in Minimal Invasive Dentistry - A Narrative Review

Abstract

Preserving human anatomy and physiology is the ultimate goal of all health-related endeavours.The conservation of healthy tooth structure is the goal of minimal-intervention dentistry. The concept of "minimum/minimal intervention dental care" first appeared in the early 1980s. From its origins in general medicine, the minimum intervention philosophy in dentistry was created, focusing patient-oriented oral and dental care to prevent and treat oral disorders and maintaining over all oral health. A more conservative approach to tooth preparation and restoration in operative dentistry is called minimally invasive restorative dentistry. This terminology is relatively new. It comprises prompt identification prior to the onset of cavitation, sealing fissures and pits in uninfected areas, fluoride administration, minimum surgical repair of carious lesions, caries risk evaluation, and patient education regarding self-care. A wide range of methods are used, from initial identification of any demineralized tooth structure to evaluation and therapy, including air abrasion, laser cavity preparation, chemo-mechanical caries removal, and hand instrumentation. Adopting the current advanced method requires sufficient knowledge. The trio that comprises tissue histology, dental biomaterials science and professional patient care and management of materials are considered by the "golden triangle" of minimally invasive treatment options for dental caries in order to enable the successful application of minimally invasive dentistry in all patients. The term "minimal intervention dentistry" (MID) was first used in the early 2000s in a policy statement. Maintaining the greatest amount of healthy tooth structure and keeping teeth functional for life are the goals of MID. This approach is endorsed by the World Dental Federation (FDI) as the modern approach to dental caries management