Matrices Flashcards
device used during restorative procedures to hold the plastic restorative material within the tooth while setting.
Matrix
Matrix which involves the mesial, distal,facial, and lingual surfaces simultaneously.
Circumferential
Matrix which involves only one of the proximal surfaces.
Sectional
what can the matrix be in relation to the matrix band material
metallic
plastic
Sectional matrix have a concave and a convex edge. The…..side must face the tooth preparation?
concave
Sectional matrix have a concave and a convex edge. The …..side faces the adjacent tooth?
convex
why (Mylar Strip) should never be used for amalgam restorations?
they are not capable to resist the condensation forces
For complex amalgam restorations where one or more cusps are to be replaced it is recommended to use?
Automatrix
what matrix is used for class V restorations for conventional glass ionomer cements.
tin foil matrix
disadvantage of tin foil matrix
matrix is used for class V restorations for conventional glass
ionomer cements.