Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry
Volume 104, Issue 1 , Pages 56-59 , July 2010

Using a posterior provisional crown as a matrix for an amalgam foundation

  • Luisa F. Echeto, DDS, MS

      Affiliations

    • Clinical Assistant Professor and Director, Predoctoral Prosthodontics Program, Department of Prosthodontics, University of Florida College of Dentistry, Gainesville, Fla
    • Corresponding Author InformationCorresponding author: Dr Luisa F. Echeto, Department of Prosthodontics, University of Florida College of Dentistry, 1600 SW Archer Rd, Rm D11-6, PO Box 100435, Gainesville, FL 32610-0435, Fax: 352-846-0248
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  • Arthur Nimmo, DDS

      Affiliations

    • Professor and Director, Predoctoral Implant Dentistry, Department of Prosthodontics, University of Florida College of Dentistry, Gainesville, Fla

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PII: S0022-3913(10)60091-1

doi: 10.1016/S0022-3913(10)60091-1

Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry
Volume 104, Issue 1 , Pages 56-59 , July 2010

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