| Characteristic | Evaluation Criteria |
|---|---|
| Retention |
Yes: the restoration is present No: the restoration is absent |
| Marginal adaptation |
Alpha: no visible signs of ditching along the marginal edge Bravo: visible signs of ditching along the marginal edge - small and easy to smooth Charlie: slightly deeper ditching, exposed dentine. Treatment is required within a reasonable time Delta: restoration is mobile, fractured or partially missing. Treatment is required urgently |
| Marginal discoloration |
Alpha: no discoloration Bravo: slight discoloration that can be ignored, or that can be polished out Charlie: significant edge discoloration that cannot be polished out Delta: severe edge discoloration, very pronounced and unfavorable conditions may be suspected, such as micro leakage, caries, or risk of pulp involvement. Treatment required urgently |
| Secondary caries |
Alpha: no evidence of caries adjacent to restoration exists Bravo: initial caries adjacent to restoration Charlie: manifest caries adjacent to restoration. Treatment required urgently |