What is the most frequently used restorative material ?

Correct answer: B. Amalgam

  • A. Silicate
  • B. Amalgam
  • C. Composite
  • D. Gold

Explanation

Amalgam has traditionally been the most frequently used direct restorative material because it is durable, relatively inexpensive, and tolerant of some moisture during placement. This is a conventional textbook answer, although composite use has increased considerably in modern practice.

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