The Greatest Potential Negative Consequence of an Amalgam Overhang Is

question 1

Multiple Choice

The greatest potential negative consequence of an amalgam overhang is

• A)unesthetic contour.
• B)destruction of interproximal bone.
• C)impingement of the interdental papilla.
• D)stretching of periodontal ligament fibers.

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Definitions:

Uneven

Lacking uniformity, consistency, or equivalence; not even or balanced in distribution or arrangement.

Behavior

Refers to the actions or reactions of an organism or any living entity in response to external or internal stimuli.

Positive Reinforcement

A behavior modification method in psychology that involves rewarding desirable behaviors to increase the likelihood of their recurrence.

Punishment

A method used to reduce the occurrence of an undesirable behavior by applying an adverse stimulus or removing a positive stimulus.