Dental Impression Materials: A-Silicones, Alginates, C-Silicones

Dental Impression Materials are used to record intraoral structures for the fabrication of definitive restorations. They accurately replicate the oral tissue morphology, assisting in the creation of precise dental prosthesis like denture and flexible denture. The relationship between the static and mobile oral structures must be reproduced accurately for an optimum cast. Selecting the right impression material is important for achieving the desired results. There are different types of impression materials having unique and differentiating characteristics from one another.

Types of Impression Materials

Alginate Impression Material

Alginate is an elastic, irreversible hydrocolloid impression material widely used in dentistry due to cost effectiveness and ease of use, reduced execution time, improved patient tolerance and possibility of obtaining a detailed impression in a single step. It exhibits adequate elasticity and tear strength making it suitable for diagnostic impression, temporary cast and orthodontic impressions.

When it comes to alginate impression materials, Avue Algin Alginate stands out for its unparalleled accuracy and detailed replication. With features like high dimensional stability, elastic recovery and pleasant flavor, it becomes the primary choice of every dental practitioner.

C Silicones (Poly Vinyl Siloxanes)

C silicone impression materials also known as condensation silicones used in dentistry for fixed and removable prosthesis. These materials are preferred for their excellent accuracy, detail reproduction and superior tear resistance. Its rapid setting time, hydrophobic and low viscosity makes this suitable for precise impression making with less patient discomfort.

Dental Avenue India offers Denta-Sil C silicone impression material for crown and bridge impressions, implant impressions and for removable prosthesis. Its high dimensional stability, high tear strength makes the ideal choice for detailed impression making.

A Silicones (Polyether)

Addition silicone is polyvinyl siloxane formed from the addition reaction of silicone elastomer. They have revolutionized the field of prosthodontics because of their dimensional stability, high tear strength and excellent detail reproduction. A Silicones are advantageous in moisture rich environments, however their prolonged setting time poses challenges in time sensitive procedures.

Dental Avenue offers wide varieties of silicone based dental  impression materials from brands trusted worldwide. Avue Align (alginate impression material) DMG Homigum with its thixotropic formula is a go to choice for top clinicians for its outstanding flowability and accuracy, whereas Avue Gum Mono/Heavy allows accurate void free impressions in moist conditions, ideal material for single stage impressions whether for implants, edentulous cases or crown and bridge impressions. Dental impression putty like Avue Gum Putty/Light Body with its enhanced hydrophilicity and excellent flowability with accurate detailed margins with minimal shrinkage makes it suitable for precise impression making.

Bite Registration Material

Bite registration materials play a crucial role in capturing the inter-occlusal relationships for prosthetic fabrication and occlusal adjustment. These materials should possess sufficient rigidity and stability to record centric and eccentric jaw relations. Vinyl poly siloxane and polyether based registration materials are widely used due to the impeccable accuracy and optimal flexibility.

Dental Avenue India provides impression supplies like Avue Bite, VPS bite registration material and DMG O Bite, a polyether based material for accurate bite registration and for recording of inter-occlusal relationships.

Trays & Accessories

Impression trays are dental instruments which are used to hold the impression material in place to take an impression of the hard and soft tissue surfaces in the oral cavity. Trays come in various sizes, shapes, custom made and pre fabricated trays, perforated and non perforated ones. Disposable trays minimise the cross contamination risks, while custom trays provide better adaptation and stability.

Dental Avenue India offers Angelus Impression trays with different shapes, sizes and designs for better comfort of Dental Practitioner.

How to choose the right Impression Supplies?

When selecting the impression materials, various factors like cost effectiveness, durability, accuracy, patient comfort, bio-compatibility, and clinical environment must be considered. Dental Avenue stands out when it comes to the product range, manufacturers and suppliers across the globe. With Dental Avenue, dentists can trust in the reliability and excellence of their dental impression materials.

FAQ’s

What are the three factors that can affect the Dental Impressions?

Improper mixing, moisture control, improper handling, wrong selection of material and size of tray.

What do you have to consider before taking Dental Impression?

Material selection, shape and size of tray, moisture control and patient comfort.

Can I find both Light and Heavy Body Silicone Impression Materials?

Yes, both are available Dental Impression Putty.

How can I determine the best Impression Material for my needs?

Clinical application, environmental conditions, patient factors.