Why Is the Cavity Preparation Slightly Overfilled During the Placement

Multiple Choice

Why is the cavity preparation slightly overfilled during the placement and condensation of amalgam?

A) Increases the overall height of the patient's bite forced to the surface during the condensation process
B) Makes sure no material goes to waste in the amalgam well
C) Forms the initial surface anatomy when the patient occludes against the opposing dentition
D) Allows enough material to carve to contours and remove excess mercury