What does Mo amalgam mean?
M – Mesial – the front edge of the tooth.
What does Mo mean in dental terms?
Combining of terms Tooth #3, the upper right first molar, has an MO (mesial-occlusal) gold inlay. This molar is both posterior, as well as distal, to the premolars in front of it.
What is Mo amalgam restoration?
A silver amalgam filling is used to repair a tooth that is affected by decay, cracks, fractures, etc. The decayed or affected portion of the tooth will be removed and then filled with a silver filling.
Are amalgam crowns safe?
Dental crowns, therefore, are not considered potentially toxic, while dental amalgam fillings are. Amalgam containing mercury has been used in dentistry for about 150 years.
Can you leave amalgam under a crown?
If you have an old crown or bridge and you had many large mercury fillings existing prior to the crown placement, the chances are very good that a mercury core filling still remains under your crown or bridge.
Are stainless steel crowns bad for your health?
Stainless steel crowns are advised against as they contain as much as 12% Nickel, alternatives are available if there is that much tooth destruction. Nickel allergy is so prevalent in the population that its use in dentistry poses a risk.
Does my 5 year old need crowns?
Baby teeth play a vital role in the future eruption of permanent teeth. They play a pivotal part in helping children speak and chew food. If your child has a decayed primary tooth, it is important to address it. If the decay is severe, your child’s dentist may recommend a crown.
What can you not eat with a stainless steel crown?
Stainless steel crowns may be dislodged or pulled off if extremely hard or sticky foods are chewed with them. Hard or sticky candy and all types of gum should be AVOIDED.
What can’t you eat with a crown?
Foods and Drinks to Avoid with Temporary Crowns
- Avoid chewy or sticky foods, such as caramel, taffy, and gum. These foods can grab and pull out the crown.
- Avoid chewing hard foods, such as granola, hard candy, and ice.
- Avoid foods that are extremely cold or hot.
- Avoid tough foods like hard bread or steak.