title: Stable matrix for amalgam build-up.
abstract: A method is proposed of making amalgam build-ups for coronally debilitated teeth through the use of a stable matrix consisting of a disposable tray and polyvinylsiloxane occlusal registration material. For teeth with minimal remaining coronal tooth structure and/or the absence of adjacent teeth, this technique provides proper stabilization of the matrix band to permit adequate condensation of amalgam.
authors.affiliation: Department of Prosthodontics, University of Florida College of Dentistry, Gainesville 32610, USA.
authors.forename: J F
authors.initials: JF
authors.lastname: Esquivel
authors.forename: B B
authors.initials: BB
authors.lastname: Welsch
mesh_terms: D003723:Dental Amalgam; D003760:Dental Impression Materials; D003761:Dental Impression Technique / Q000295:instrumentation*; D003793:Dental Restoration, Permanent / Q000295:instrumentation*; D006801:Humans; D008434:Matrix Bands; D011145:Polyvinyls; D012833:Siloxanes
chemical_list: D003760:Dental Impression Materials; D011145:Polyvinyls; D012833:Siloxanes; C034183:vinyl polysiloxane; D003723:Dental Amalgam