Definition
A traditional silver-coloured filling material made of mercury, silver, copper, and tin. Durable but being phased out globally.
In detail
Amalgam has been used for over 150 years and is highly durable (10–20 years). Due to mercury content concerns, many countries are phasing it out in favour of tooth-coloured composite fillings. EU regulations now restrict amalgam for children and pregnant women.
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