The correct use of the ART approach

Authors

  • Jo E. Frencken College of Dental Sciences; Radboud University Nijmegen Medical Centre; Nijmegen International Centre for Oral Health
  • Soraya Coelho Leal University of Brasília; School of Health Science; Department of Dentistry

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.1590/S1678-77572010000100002

Keywords:

Atraumatic restorative treatment, Minimal intervention dentistry, Glass-ionomer cements

Abstract

Confusion exists amongst dentists and scientists about the correct use of the caries management approach termed atraumatic restorative treatment (ART). Inconsistent use of the original definition of ART and suggested modifications (mART) have led to misunderstanding, misconception and miscommunication in the dental literature over the last decade. The aim of this paper is to contribute to a uniform understanding and use of the term ART. Adherence to its original description is suggested and two major aspects were addressed: the use of hand instruments only and the use of adhesive materials and systems.

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Published

2010-02-01

Issue

Vol. 18 No. 1 (2010)

Section

Review

License

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How to Cite

The correct use of the ART approach . (2010). Journal of Applied Oral Science, 18(1), 1-4. https://doi.org/10.1590/S1678-77572010000100002