A retrospective cross-sectional study of early patient-reported failures of direct restorations placed in a primary dental care setting.

Introduction A retrospective cross-sectional study of early patient-reported failures of restorations was initiated to understand the reasons and factors associated with early failure. Early patient-reported failures are defined as restorations requiring replacement within three months of placement.Aim To investigate if restorative material placed or any other tooth/restoration/patient factors may be associated with early patient-reported failures.