Editorial
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World J Stomatol. May 20, 2015; 4(2): 35-36
Published online May 20, 2015. doi: 10.5321/wjs.v4.i2.35
Controversy of silver amalgam as a restorative material
Vasudev Ballal
Vasudev Ballal, Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Manipal College of Dental Sciences, Manipal University, Manipal 576104, Karnataka, India
Author contributions: Ballal V contributed to the manuscript.
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Correspondence to: Vasudev Ballal, BDS, MDS, PhD, Professor, Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Manipal College of Dental Sciences, Manipal University, Manipal 576104, Karnataka, India. drballal@yahoo.com
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Received: January 5, 2015
Peer-review started: January 7, 2015
First decision: January 20, 2015
Revised: February 2, 2015
Accepted: April 27, 2015
Article in press: April 30, 2015
Published online: May 20, 2015
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Core Tip

Core tip: This editorial highlights the importance of silver amalgam restoration in restorative dentistry.