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What type of impression can an EFDA legally take?
What type of impression can an EFDA legally take?
What is the primary use of a bite registration impression?
What is the primary use of a bite registration impression?
Which type of tray is specifically designed to fit an individual patient's mouth?
Which type of tray is specifically designed to fit an individual patient's mouth?
What is the water-to-powder ratio for a maxillary impression using alginate?
What is the water-to-powder ratio for a maxillary impression using alginate?
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What is the primary organic substance in hydrocolloid materials?
What is the primary organic substance in hydrocolloid materials?
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What tool is used to place light-bodied material around a prepared tooth?
What tool is used to place light-bodied material around a prepared tooth?
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What type of material is used for final impressions?
What type of material is used for final impressions?
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In which form are elastomeric materials NOT supplied?
In which form are elastomeric materials NOT supplied?
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What type of impression tray covers only half of the dental arch?
What type of impression tray covers only half of the dental arch?
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Why would a dental professional choose fast-set alginate?
Why would a dental professional choose fast-set alginate?
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An impression is a positive reproduction.
An impression is a positive reproduction.
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The water-to-powder ratio for a maxillary impression is two scoops of powder to one measure of water.
The water-to-powder ratio for a maxillary impression is two scoops of powder to one measure of water.
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Utility wax is not used to extend the length of a tray.
Utility wax is not used to extend the length of a tray.
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Before utilizing reversible hydrocolloid, the material is kept in a conditioning bath.
Before utilizing reversible hydrocolloid, the material is kept in a conditioning bath.
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A perforated tray is designed to fit a specific patient.
A perforated tray is designed to fit a specific patient.
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Study Notes
Impression Types
- Impressions are negative reproductions of teeth and surrounding tissues.
- Preliminary impressions are used for initial diagnosis, treatment planning, and construction of provisional restorations.
- Final impressions are used to create replicas for permanent restorations.
- Bite registrations record the occlusal relationship between the upper and lower teeth.
Impression Materials
- Alginate (irreversible hydrocolloid) is a commonly used material for preliminary impressions.
- Elastomeric materials (e.g., polysulfide, polyether, silicone) are used for final impressions.
Tray Types
- Quadrant tray covers half of the dental arch.
- Perforated tray allows impression material to lock on mechanically for better retention.
- Custom tray is created to fit the patient's specific mouth shape.
- Utility wax can be used to modify and extend tray length.
Alginate (Irreversible Hydrocolloid)
- A fast-set alginate is preferred for patients with a strong gag reflex.
- The water-to-powder ratio for a maxillary impression is typically 3 scoops of powder to 3 measures of water.
- Alginate is mixed in a rubber bowl.
Reversible Hydrocolloid
- Stored in a conditioning bath prior to use.
Elastomeric Materials
- Supplied in three consistencies: light-bodied, regular-bodied, and heavy-bodied.
- Light-bodied material is applied around prepared teeth using a syringe.
- Heavy-bodied material is used for the bulk of the impression.
- Automix systems are available for convenience and accuracy.
Bite Registration Materials
- Polysiloxane paste is the most popular bite registration material.
- ZOE (Zinc Oxide Eugenol) paste is applied to a gauze bite tray.
- Wax bite registration material is warmed to soften it before placement in the mouth.
Impression Types
- Preliminary Impressions are negatively reproduced and can legally be taken by an EFDA
- Bite Registrations are used for occlusal relationships and legally taken by an EFDA
Tray Types
- Quadrant Trays cover half an arch
- Perforated Trays allow impression material to lock mechanically
- Custom Trays fit a specific patient's mouth
- Utility Wax lengthens a tray
Impression Material
- Alginate is the most common irreversible hydrocolloid for preliminary impressions
- Alginate is derived from seaweed and contains potassium alginate
- Fast-Set Alginate is used when a patient has a strong gag reflex
- Irreversible Hydrocolloid is mixed in a rubber mixing bowl
- Reversible Hydrocolloid is kept in a conditioning bath before taking an impression
- Elastomeric Materials are used for final impressions, not preliminary impressions
- Elastomeric Materials are supplied in light-bodied, regular, and heavy-bodied forms
- Light-bodied Elastomeric Material is applied around a prepared tooth with a syringe
- Heavy-bodied Elastomeric Material is placed on teeth after light-bodied material
- Automix Systems mix the final impression material
Bite Registration Material
- Polysulfide or Rubber Base is a term for polysulfide
- Polysiloxane Paste is the most popular bite registration material
- ZOE Bite Registration Paste is applied with a gauze bite tray
- Wax bite registration material is softened by warming before placement in the patient's mouth
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Explore the essential concepts of dental impressions, including types, materials, and trays. This quiz covers preliminary and final impressions along with the various materials used, such as alginate and elastomerics. Test your knowledge on the different types of impression trays and their applications.
