Čes. stomatol. Prakt. zub. lék. (Czech Dental Journal) 2002; 102(3): 95-100
Problem of Overhang Amalgam Filling Class II. Review
Review of the literature shows a different prevalence of overhang class IIrestoration (16-85%). It is proven, that overhang filling is an important factor in initiating, spreading and deterioration of the inflammatory periodontal process. Otherwise, overhangremoval significantly improves periodontal conditions. Overhang removal is facilitates or insome patient enables correct interdental oral hygiene. Literary sources differ from each other in the ways of detection, grading and removal of overhangs.
Keywords: amalgam filling; overhang; gingivitis; periodontitis; marginal closure; alveolar ridge resorption
Published: September 1, 2002 Show citation
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