Amalgam carriers are dental instruments specifically designed for the placement and condensation of dental amalgam during restorative procedures. Dental amalgam is a mixture of various metals, including silver, tin, copper, and mercury, commonly used for filling cavities caused by tooth decay. Amalgam carriers are instrumental in the process of placing and shaping the amalgam material. Here are some key features and aspects of
Material:
- commonly made of stainless steel or other durable and corrosion-resistant materials. This ensures that the instrument remains in good condition and can be easily sterilized between uses.
- Design:
- typically have a slender, rod-like design with a hollow barrel at one end. The hollow barrel is used to hold and dispense
