Equipment and Materials Flashcards
What type of material is alginate?
Irreversible hydrocolloid impression material
What is the ideal temperature of water to mix with alginate?
Room temperature - 21 degrees Celsius
What is zinc oxide and eugenol impression paste used for?
Permanent reline of dentures, lower secondary impression
What is zinc oxide and eugenol used for in restorations?
Lining under permanent amalgam restorations, seal for dressings, soothing temporary filling, indirect pulp capping
What type of material is Kalzinol?
Zinc oxide and eugenol restoration material
What type of material is chemfil and fuji?
Glass ionomer restorative material
Why is glass ionomer used for temporary restorations?
It releases fluoride
What is glass ionomer luting cement used for?
Permanent cementation of crowns, bridges, inlays and orthodontic bands
What is zinc polycarboxylate cement used for?
Permanent cementation of crowns, bridges, inlays or as a lining under fillings and temporary fillings in deciduous teeth
What is zinc phosphate cement used for?
Permanent cementation of crowns, bridges etc and as temporary restorations and cavity linings in shallow cavities
Why can’t zinc phosphate be used as a lining in deep cavities?
The phosphoric acid will cause pulpal irritation
What is polyether rubber based impression material used for?
Accurate impressions for crowns, bridges, inlays
