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[Dental amalgam--filling material with future?].

K R Jahn1

  • 1Sektion Stomatologie am Bereich Medizin (Charité) der Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin.

Deutsche Stomatologie (Berlin, Germany : 1990)
|October 1, 1990
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Dental amalgam is clinically suitable despite potential mercury risks. This review discusses its pros, cons, and alternatives, concluding amalgam remains a safe option.

Area of Science:

  • Dental Materials Science
  • Toxicology
  • Restorative Dentistry

Context:

  • Dental amalgam is a widely used restorative material.
  • Concerns exist regarding mercury content and potential health risks.
  • Alternative restorative materials are available.

Purpose:

  • To review the advantages and disadvantages of dental amalgam.
  • To discuss potential alternatives to dental amalgam.
  • To evaluate the risks associated with mercury intoxication from dental amalgam.

Summary:

  • A literature survey was conducted to assess dental amalgam.
  • The review examined the benefits, drawbacks, and mercury toxicity risks of amalgam.
  • Dental amalgam was deemed clinically suitable without reservation.

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Impact:

  • Provides evidence-based information for clinicians and patients regarding amalgam safety.
  • Informs decisions on restorative material selection.
  • Contributes to the understanding of mercury's role in dental materials.