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What can cause an irregularly shaped void in an alginate impression?
What can cause an irregularly shaped void in an alginate impression?
- Improper mixing
- Moisture or debris on tissue (correct)
- Inadequate bulk
- Undue gelation
Which rubber impression material has the longest setting time?
Which rubber impression material has the longest setting time?
- Addition silicone
- Polysulfide rubber (correct)
- Polyether
- Condensation silicone
What can lead to the formation of a rough or chalky stone cast?
What can lead to the formation of a rough or chalky stone cast?
- Inadequate cleaning of the impression
- Excess water left on the impression
- Improper manipulation of stone
- All of the above (correct)
Which factor does NOT contribute to tearing in an alginate impression?
Which factor does NOT contribute to tearing in an alginate impression?
What causes a flat lingual area in an acceptable cast?
What causes a flat lingual area in an acceptable cast?
How should a patient be prepared for impression making?
How should a patient be prepared for impression making?
What is the recommended patient position for an upper arch impression?
What is the recommended patient position for an upper arch impression?
What is the dentist's position for taking a lower arch impression?
What is the dentist's position for taking a lower arch impression?
What should be done immediately after taking the impression?
What should be done immediately after taking the impression?
What are the qualities of a good impression?
What are the qualities of a good impression?
How should a perforated rim lock tray be used?
How should a perforated rim lock tray be used?
What are the properties of irreversible hydrocolloid (alginate) as mentioned in the text?
What are the properties of irreversible hydrocolloid (alginate) as mentioned in the text?
What is the composition of alginate as stated in the text?
What is the composition of alginate as stated in the text?
What is the spatulation time for irreversible hydrocolloid (alginate) mentioned in the text?
What is the spatulation time for irreversible hydrocolloid (alginate) mentioned in the text?
What does a good diagnostic work up involve as per the text?
What does a good diagnostic work up involve as per the text?
What is the gelation time for irreversible hydrocolloid (alginate) as mentioned in the text?
What is the gelation time for irreversible hydrocolloid (alginate) as mentioned in the text?