A histologic study of gingival tissue response to amalgam, silicate and resin restorations.

Author: Sotres LS, Van Huysen G, Gilmore HW.

Source: J Periodontol.

Year: 1969

Comment:

Data from this study shows more gingival inflammation intensities from amalgam than resin.

Abstract / Excerpt:

“The purpose of this study was to evaluate the gingival histologic response to the commonly used restorative materials. Amalgam, silicate and resin, both polished and unpolished, were used for the test restorations.”

Citation:

Sotres LS, Van Huysen G, Gilmore HW. A histologic study of gingival tissue response to amalgam, silicate and resin restorations. J Periodontol. 1969; 40(9):543-546.