Impressions for Flabby Ridge

Question 1

Why special impression technique is needed?

Answer 1

• reduce pain/ ulceration on ridge when replacing complete dentures

Question 2

Impression techniques

Answer 2

• primary impression using alginate
• special tray made in PMMA with space over ridge

Question 3

What type of material is used for secondary imp?

Answer 3

• mucocompressive
• zinc-oxide eugenol impression paste
• ridge is free

Question 4

What type of impression is light bodied silicone?

Answer 4

• mucostatic impression