Definition

1. Noun:
   • An alloy of gold used in dentistry: "dental gold" refers specifically to a metallic mixture, primarily composed of gold, that is formulated for use in dental procedures and restorations.

Usage

• "Dental gold" is a technical term used in the fields of dentistry and dental materials science. It describes the material used for fillings, crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics. It is valued for its durability, biocompatibility, and resistance to corrosion.

Examples

• Noun:
  • The dentist recommended a crown made of dental gold for its longevity.
  • Modern dental gold alloys often contain other metals like platinum or palladium to increase strength.

Advanced Usage

• "Type III dental gold": a classification for gold alloys used in dentistry, indicating a specific hardness suitable for inlays and crowns.
  • Type III dental gold is strong enough to withstand the forces of chewing.

Variants and Related Words

• Gold alloy (n): a more general term for any mixture of gold with other metals.
• Dental alloy (n): any metallic mixture used in dentistry, which may or may not contain gold.
• Casting gold (n): a type of dental gold specifically designed to be melted and cast into shapes.

Synonyms

• Dental gold alloy: a more precise synonym.
• Gold-based dental material: a descriptive synonym.

Notes

• "Dental gold" is a compound noun. The word "dental" functions as an adjective modifying the noun "gold," specifying the type of gold (for use in dentistry). It is treated as a single lexical unit in this context.

Noun

1. an alloy of gold used in dentistry