Penetration of amalgam elements into dentin was investigated by electron probe microanalysis of human and dog teeth. Penetration was observed with tin and zinc, but not with mercury or silver; it was observed only in the softened dentin. The elements were accumulated mainly in the second decalcified layer of dentin.
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