Which of the following describes an ideal time for performing occlusal adjustment on a newly placed amalgam restoration?
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Correct answer: After the amalgam has partially set but before complete hardening to avoid fracture
Occlusal adjustment should be done once amalgam has gained enough strength to resist distortions but before full final set, to avoid marginal fracture and ensure proper occlusion.
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