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April 2008 : Volume 25 No. 03

Elastomeric Impression Materials

Dental impression materials are used to record oral anatomy for the fabrication of fixed restorations, removable prosthodontics and appliances. The accuracy of these restorations depends on proper tooth preparation, the impression material, the technique used, and excellent communication with your dental laboratory. Elastomeric impression materials, addition silicone (PVS) and polyether, are popular because of their excellent physical and mechanical properties, including excellent detail reproduction, high elastic recovery and good dimensional stability. This issue of THE DENTAL ADVISOR reviews the properties and clinical characteristics of elastomeric impression materials. Clinical tips for the entire dental team are provided.

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Product Comparison Charts:
Addition Silicone Impression Materials - Light-body
Addition Silicone Impression Materials - Heavy-body
Polyether Impression Materials

Clinical Evaluations

3M ESPE Ketac Nano	ANGLE-EASE	Breeze Self-Adhesive Resin Cement
DenTASTIC UNO•DUO	SolaraPlus	SS White Oral Surgery Burs
SUPER-SNAP Rainbow Technique Kit

The award of Editors' Choice signifies the most unique and significant product in the issue. The editors review each product and clinical evaluation article scheduled for an issue and then select the issue's Editors' Choice.

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