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Corrosion
Tarnish
• Is an electrochemical process • Surface discoloration on a
and is dependant on the
ability of metals to conduct metal or slight loss or
electrical current. alteration of the surface
finish or luster.
• It causes metal deterioration
and subsequent mechanical
failure. • Occurs due to formation of
• It causes pulpal pain(galvanic deposits ,oxides, sulfides
shock). and chlorides on the
restoration surface.
• Toxic and allergic responses
to metal ions.
• • It is an early indication and
Metallic taste
precursor of corrosion.
• It may be desirable as in
dental amalgam ?? As
corrosion products seal the
marginal gap.(limitied
corrosion)
Fundamental basis of corrosion
Chemical corrosion Electrochemical corrosion
• (Dry corrosion) It occurs in • Galvanic corrosion/wet corrosion
absence of water or any fluid : requires the presence of water
electrolyte or any fluid electrolyte and an
electric current .
• Direct combination of a metallic
and nonmetallic element to yield
a chemical compound through
oxidation reactions.
• Crevice corrosion: at
crevices and marginal
gaps of crowns and
bridges .
Protection against corrosion
• Passive metals as chromium in RPD base metal
alloys. (Thin, adherent ,highly protective film).
• Stainless steel (Fe,C,Cr)
• Nickel electroplating
• Titanium forms passivating titanium oxide film.
• Noble metals (especially palladium )
• Highly polished restorations
• Varnish coating on metallic restoration (isolate
from saliva)
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