In dentistry, amalgam is an alloy of mercury with various metals used for dental fillings. It commonly consists of mercury, silver, tin, copper, and other trace metals.In the 1800s, amalgam became the dental restorative material of choice due to its low cost, ease of application, strength, and durability. Continue reading “Amalgam” →

The composite resin, as its name implies, consists of a mixture of two or more materials. Each of them contributes to the overall properties of the composite resin. Continue reading “What is composite resin?” →