Maximum contents of mercury in dental silver amalgams.

Author: Jensen SJ.

Source: Scand J Dent Res.

Year: 1985

Comment:

This study notes a risk of free mercury if condensation technique is not used on amalgams with less than 42% silver.

Abstract / Excerpt:

“The maximum content of mercury forming intermetallic compounds has been determined in dental amalgams prepared from alloys with different copper contents. In amalgams made from alloys with silver contents less than about 42% there is a risk of occurrence of free mercury if an effective condensation technique has not been used.”

Citation:

Jensen SJ. Maximum contents of mercury in dental silver amalgams. Scand J Dent Res. 1985; 93(1): 84-88.