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Conservative Dentistry - 3 Questions
The process of condensation (compaction) of gold foil in dentistry involves cold-welding layers of gold to build a solid restoration. As the gold is compacted, a phenomenon known as work hardening occurs, which increases the material's hardness and strength.
The axial wall in class V cavity in transverse section appears convex mediodistally and uniformly placed in the dentin. This is because the cavity is typically shallower in the center and deeper towards the line angles, providing a good seal and preventing food and plaque accumulation.