Restorative Techniques for Occlusal cavities (repair techniques)

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what are the condensation rules when placing amalgam fillings
Condenser must fit into all parts of cavity. Place small increments of amalgam. Use heavy and rapid condensation pressures. Overpack cavity to facilitate: removal of Hg rich layer anatomical carving
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What are the carving rules
Carve back to cavity outline. Removes Hg rich layer. Always check that restoration conforms to occlusion
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what are the benefits of burnishing
Improves marginal adaptation. Smooths amalgam surface. Avoid overburnishing
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what is the bonded amalgam technique
Vitrebond liner Acid etch margins Apply Scotchbond 1 Place Rely-X-ARC and leave uncured Pack, carve etc. amalgam
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what could be the effects of mercury toxicity
Theoretical risk of foetal damage as Hg can cross the placenta Interferes with β tubulin protein synthesis. Impairs brain memory function.
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what are the symptoms of mercury poisoning
Headaches GIT upsets Dyspepsia Tremors Salivation/Xerostomia Severe Gingivitis Fatigue/irritability. Oedema of face and ankles Character changes
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