Amalgam
Amalgam
Amalgam (/əˈmalɡəm/) is a blend or mixture, often referring to a specific type of dental filling material.
Etymology
The term "amalgam" originates from the Greek word "malagma," meaning "softening" or "soft mass." It was later adopted into Latin as "amalgama," and finally into English as "amalgam."
Definition
An amalgam is a mixture or blend of two or more elements, typically metals, that have been combined to create a new substance with unique properties. In dentistry, an dental amalgam is a type of filling material used to fill cavities caused by tooth decay. It is a mixture of mercury, silver, tin, and copper.
Related Terms
- Mercury: A chemical element used in the creation of dental amalgams.
- Dental Cavity: A hole that forms in a tooth as a result of decay, often filled with an amalgam.
- Dental Filling: A way to restore a tooth damaged by decay back to its normal function and shape.
- Silver: A chemical element also used in the creation of dental amalgams.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Amalgam
- Wikipedia's article - Amalgam
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