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ArticleBioinformation2026

Comparative evaluation of clinical outcomes: Minimally invasive versus conventional restorative techniques.

M Karthik, Ankita Batra, Sruthi Katamneni, C Kameswari, Sriharsha Pudi, Naseemoon Shaik

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6 authors.

M KarthikDepartment of Orthodontics, S. Nijalingappa Institute of Dental Sciences & Research, Sedam Road, Kalaburagi, Karnataka, India.
Ankita BatraDepartment of Dentistry, Dental Care of Sterling, Illinois, USA, Address: 2000 Locust St Suite B, Sterling, IL, USA.
Sruthi KatamneniDepartment of General Dentistry, Indiana University School of Dentistry, University School of Dentistry, Indianapolis, United States.
C KameswariDepartment of Prosthodontics, Army College of Dental Sciences, Hyderabad, Telangana, India.
Sriharsha PudiDepartment of Prosthodontics, MNR Dental College and Hospital, Sangareddy, Telangana, India.
Naseemoon ShaikDepartment of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry, MNR Dental College and Hospital, Sangareddy, Telangana, India.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

The effectiveness of minimally invasive restorative techniques in dental treatments remains under-explored, despite the increasing demand for less aggressive procedures. Therefore, it is of interest to investigate the comparative clinical outcomes of minimally invasive versus conventional restorative techniques in dental treatments. With an increasing demand for less aggressive procedures, the effectiveness of minimally invasive methods, such as resin composites and bonding, remains under-explored. The study involved 100 participants, with outcomes assessed across restoration longevity, functional performance, aesthetics and patient satisfaction. Results showed that minimally invasive restorations outperformed conventional methods in all measured aspects, with fewer complications and higher patient satisfaction. This study advances knowledge by providing empirical evidence supporting the broader adoption of minimally invasive techniques in restorative dentistry.

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Aesthetic outcomesclinical outcomesfunctional performanceminimally invasive techniquesrestoration longevity

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PMID42145391
PMCPMC13177134

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