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Case report of a 40-year, five surface complex amalgam restoration.

Daniel C N Chan1, Kenneth Grubbs, John W Osborne

  • 1Department of Oral Rehabilitation, Medical College of Georgia, Augusta, USA. dchan@mail.mcg.edu

Operative Dentistry
|November 5, 2002
PubMed
Summary

This case study documents a 40-year-old complex amalgam restoration, highlighting its longevity. It provides insights for dentists on factors influencing the decision to replace multi-surface dental restorations.

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Area of Science:

  • Dental materials science
  • Clinical dentistry
  • Restorative dentistry

Background:

  • Limited data exists on the long-term survival rates of multi-surface amalgam restorations.
  • Assessing the longevity of complex amalgam fillings is crucial for evidence-based clinical decision-making.

Observation:

  • This paper presents a unique case study of a five-surface complex amalgam restoration.
  • The restoration was meticulously followed and documented over a period of 40 years.

Findings:

  • The case demonstrates exceptional longevity for a complex multi-surface amalgam restoration.
  • A pictorial series illustrates key factors dentists should evaluate before considering replacement of such restorations.

Implications:

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  • This long-term case provides valuable insights into amalgam restoration durability.
  • Dentists can utilize these findings to inform treatment planning and patient management regarding complex amalgam restorations.