Grooves and locks for the amalgam retention

Is the base applied whenever we make grooves and locks for the amalgam retention?

E

Expert

Verified

Yes, base is applied it saves secondary caries; it saves dentinal sensivity, saves micro-leakage to the pulp, which acts as secondary dentin. Retention and grooves are made to stabilize and support the amalgam filling.   

   Related Questions in Biology

©TutorsGlobe All rights reserved 2022-2023.