LARGE Amalgam Gun

2.8mm

A large amalgam gun is a dental instrument in Germany used to place dental amalgam fillings in teeth. Dental amalgam is a mixture of metals, such as silver, copper, tin, and mercury, that has been used for decades to fill cavities in teeth.

The large amalgam gun is a handheld device that contains a chamber for holding the amalgam-filling material. The gun has a plunger that is used to push the amalgam material out of the chamber and into the prepared cavity in the tooth. The large size of the amalgam gun is designed to hold a significant amount of filling material, which can be helpful when filling larger cavities.

It is important to note that the use of dental amalgam in Germany fillings has become somewhat controversial in recent years due to concerns about the safety of the mercury content in the filling material. Some dental professionals have shifted to using alternative filling materials, such as composite resin or porcelain. It is recommended that patients discuss their options with their dentist and make an informed decision about their preferred filling material.