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| Term | alloy |
| Pronunciation | AL-oy |
| See also | metal, noble alloy |
| Definition | A mixture of two or more metals. Alloys are chosen for dental restorations based on their properties and the requirements of the restoration, such as strength, cost and workability. |
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Term of the day: alginate
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