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What is a recommended practice when finishing or removing amalgam?
What is a recommended practice when finishing or removing amalgam?
- Working in a confined space
- Using a low evacuation system
- Using a high evacuation system (correct)
- Emphasizing recycling alongside removal
Which of the following statements is true regarding liquid mercury and carpeting?
Which of the following statements is true regarding liquid mercury and carpeting?
- No effective way exists for removing liquid mercury from carpeting. (correct)
- Liquid mercury can be effectively removed from carpeting.
- There are several methods for removing liquid mercury from carpets.
- Liquid mercury can be absorbed by carpet materials safely.
What is an important consideration for safety when performing procedures involving mercury?
What is an important consideration for safety when performing procedures involving mercury?
- Ensuring minimal fresh air exchange
- Working in well-ventilated spaces (correct)
- Performing procedures during low humidity
- Utilizing soundproof rooms
When handling materials containing mercury, which action is least recommended?
When handling materials containing mercury, which action is least recommended?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended safety measure when dealing with mercury?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended safety measure when dealing with mercury?
What is the appearance of a normal mix of materials in trituration?
What is the appearance of a normal mix of materials in trituration?
Which technique is currently preferred for mixing materials in trituration?
Which technique is currently preferred for mixing materials in trituration?
How does an undermix of materials appear?
How does an undermix of materials appear?
What is the traditional method of trituration?
What is the traditional method of trituration?
Which of the following statements about mixing materials is true?
Which of the following statements about mixing materials is true?
What is a recommended practice to ensure good mercury hygiene in dental clinics?
What is a recommended practice to ensure good mercury hygiene in dental clinics?
Which of the following methods should be avoided in order to maintain good mercury hygiene?
Which of the following methods should be avoided in order to maintain good mercury hygiene?
Which storage method is advised for mercury in dental clinics?
Which storage method is advised for mercury in dental clinics?
Why should spills of mercury be avoided in dental clinics?
Why should spills of mercury be avoided in dental clinics?
What is the significance of using premeasured capsules for mercury?
What is the significance of using premeasured capsules for mercury?
What year was the alloy Galloy introduced in Australia?
What year was the alloy Galloy introduced in Australia?
Galloy consists primarily of which metal by weight?
Galloy consists primarily of which metal by weight?
What is the percentage composition of copper (Cu) in Galloy?
What is the percentage composition of copper (Cu) in Galloy?
Which of the following elements has the lowest percentage in the composition of Galloy?
Which of the following elements has the lowest percentage in the composition of Galloy?
What is the total percentage of tin (Sn) and copper (Cu) combined in the Galloy composition?
What is the total percentage of tin (Sn) and copper (Cu) combined in the Galloy composition?
What property do spherical amalgam and the other material share?
What property do spherical amalgam and the other material share?
What is a characteristic of the materials mentioned?
What is a characteristic of the materials mentioned?
How does the creep of the material being compared relate to silver amalgam?
How does the creep of the material being compared relate to silver amalgam?
What can be inferred about the compressive strength of the unspecified material?
What can be inferred about the compressive strength of the unspecified material?
What aspect is NOT mentioned regarding the properties of the materials?
What aspect is NOT mentioned regarding the properties of the materials?
Study Notes
Mixing
- Trituration is a traditional method used for mixing dental amalgam.
- Modern techniques use mechanical mixing machines.
- Amalgams are considered properly mixed when they are shiny and form a single mass.
- Undermixed amalgams appear dull and crumbly.
Mercury hygiene
- Premeasured capsules should be used to reduce mercury exposure.
- A mask should be worn during amalgam procedures.
- Mercury should be stored in stoppered bottles.
- Spills should be avoided, as there is no effective way to remove liquid mercury from carpeting.
- High evacuation systems should be used when finishing or removing amalgam.
- Work in well-ventilated areas with fresh air exchange.
Galloy amalgam
- Introduced in Australia in 1995.
- Contains 50% silver (Ag), 25.7% tin (Sn), 15% copper (Cu), 9% palladium (Pd), and trace amounts of other elements.
- Similar to spherical amalgams, but technique-sensitive.
Physical properties
- Comparatively strong, similar to silver amalgam in terms of compressive strength and creep.
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This quiz covers essential aspects of dental amalgams, including their mixing methods, mercury hygiene precautions, and specific types like galloy amalgam. Explore the significance of proper mixing techniques and safety measures involved in handling mercury during dental procedures.
