Palladium Alloy
Palladium is a noble metal used in dental alloys; it is relatively stable in a moist mouth but can be involved in metal allergy and cross-reactivity.
[1]The short answer
Palladium alloys use a relatively stable noble metal in indirect restorations, but palladium can be involved in allergic reactions and cross-reactivity with other metals.
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What is palladium alloy?
What properties should you ask about?
Palladium is a noble metal. Noble metals are comparatively stable and inert in a moist environment, and they are mixed with other elements to create stronger alloys for indirect restorations. Palladium's value in an alloy comes from its stability alongside the strength supplied by the combined metals.
[1]Where is it used?
Palladium alloys are discussed within indirect restorative materials. The alloy may be combined with other metals to increase strength for a fixed or removable restoration.
[1]How should alternatives be compared?
A comparison can include other noble alloys, base-metal alloys, or ceramics used for the same restorative purpose. Ceramics bring aesthetics and wear resistance, while metal alloys have established durability.
[1]What does this mean for me?
Palladium's role is determined by the restoration and by the other elements mixed into the alloy. Those details affect the material's strength, appearance, and biological considerations.
[1]What about longevity and safety?
Palladium has been reported among metals that can cause allergic reactions, and cross-reactivity may occur when palladium is mixed with nickel, chromium, or cobalt.
[1]Frequently asked questions
Is palladium alloy right for every patient?
Palladium is a relatively stable noble metal used in stronger dental alloys, but it can still be involved in allergy and cross-reactivity.
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