title: Initial preparations for amalgam restorations: extending the longevity of the tooth-restoration unit.
abstract: Tradition has dictated cavity preparation and tooth restoration since the turn of the century. The authors discuss material and technique options that challenge tradition and extend the longevity of restorations.
authors: Department of Restorative Dentistry, University of Texas Health Science Center Dental School, San Antonio 78284-7890.
authors: J B
authors: JB
authors: Summitt
authors: J W
authors: JW
authors: Osborne
mesh_terms: D003188:Composite Resins; D003723:Dental Amalgam; D003737:Dental Cavity Preparation / Q000379:methods*; D003763:Dental Leakage / Q000517:prevention & control; D003793:Dental Restoration, Permanent / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D010895:Pit and Fissure Sealants
chemical_list: D003188:Composite Resins; D010895:Pit and Fissure Sealants; D003723:Dental Amalgam