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Grooves and locks for the amalgam retention

Is the base applied whenever we make grooves and locks for the amalgam retention?

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Yes, base is applied it saves secondary caries; it saves dentinal sensivity, saves micro-leakage to the pulp, which acts as secondary dentin. Retention and grooves are made to stabilize and support the amalgam filling.   

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