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Overcontour

Category: Procedure | Difficulty: Intermediate | Priority: Core | Subcategory: Restorative Problem

Clinical Definition

Excessive bulk in the contour of a restoration or crown that prevents normal self-cleansing and increases plaque retention, particularly at the gingival third.

Patient-Friendly

When a crown or filling is too bulky in shape, making it hard to keep clean and leading to gum problems.

Related Terms

[[overhang; emergence profile; crown contour; gingival health]]

Notes

Contrasted with undercontour (concave surface).

Audience

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