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Is the element silver used in dentistry?
In dentistry, silver is most often used to make dental fillings. However, since more people are now opting for tooth-colored fillings, silver is not as widely used as it once was.
What element is used to make amalgam?
The element used to make amalgam is mercury. Mercury is combined with other metals like silver, tin, and copper to create dental amalgam for fillings.
What is a dental hollenback?
It is an instrument used to carve anatomy into silver dental fillings.
What tools do you need to remove dental braces?
I used a pair of wire cutters to remove mine.
What is the American word for braces?
In American English, the term "braces" typically refers to dental braces used for orthodontic treatment. However, in the context of clothing, "braces" are known as "suspenders." The usage of these terms can vary by region, but this distinction is commonly understood in the United States.
What is element silver used for?
The element silver is used for Jewelry, silverware, etc. It has also been used in many coins around the world.
What are these dental impressions used for and are they necessary?
dental impressions . well they are a mold of your teeth . the molds get sent off to some company . they make a set of braces to fit your teeth perfectly
What metals are used in the alloys for Amalgam?
Silver amalgam for dental fillings is made from mercury and silver. The amalgam used for the reflective properties of a mirror is made from silver and tin.
How old is silver?
The element silver is as old as the first supernovae, which created heavy metals in the universe. Man has used silver for several thousand years, much of recorded history, both for its applications as a metal (jewelry, silverware, electrical, dental) and as a medium of exchange (coinage, bullion). *For the fictional character Silver, see "How old is Silver the hedgehog?"
What are the solute of dental amalgam?
The main solutes in dental amalgam are silver, tin, and copper. These metals are mixed with mercury to form a stable alloy used in dental fillings.
Amalgum is a term for any alloy that has which element?
Mercury is the element present in an amalgum. It is commonly used in dental fillings.
Does it hurt to get dental braces?
Not at the very moment your dentist is attaching the braces to your teeth... it becomes uncomfortable afterward about a day after when your lips are getting used to your braces. You would usually get mouth blisters and cuts. Your dentist should give you some pain relief pill to help you with this.
