Pitting of direct filling old restoration usually results from_________________?

Correct answer: C. Improper stepping of condenser point

  • A. Using contaminated gold foil
  • B. Poor finished preparation
  • C. Improper stepping of condenser point
  • D. Using small condenser point

Explanation

Pitting in an old direct gold restoration commonly results from improper stepping of the condenser, which leaves inadequately condensed areas or voids. Contaminated gold usually causes loss of cohesion rather than the characteristic pitting pattern.

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