This document discusses dental amalgam and composites for dental restorations. It indicates that amalgam is used for class I, II lesions and non-aesthetic areas, while composites can be used for all classes of restorations and for aesthetic purposes. Principles of tooth preparation include preserving tooth structure and having walls perpendicular to forces. Different pulp protection materials like liners, sealers and bases are required depending on the depth of the cavity preparation. Glass ionomer cement is introduced which is used for various applications like restorations, liners and fissure sealants. Amalgam carving instruments include discoid, hollenbeck and amalgam knives.