OSCE Flashcards
How do you mix Kalzinol?
Place an appropriate amount of powder and liquid onto a clean glass slab, incorporate successive small portions of powder into the liquid ensuring complete mixing of each addition, continue adding until a putty like consistency is obtained (roll into sausage)
What is Kalzinol used for?
- Base under filling materials
- Soothing temporary filling
- Temporary seal for medicament dressings
- Indirect pulp capping
What powder:liquid ratio should Kalzinol be mixed in for all applications?
5:1
What is the mixing time of Kalzinol?
1-1.5 mins
What is the working time for Kalzinol?
2 mins from end of mix
What is the setting time for Kalzinol?
3 mins 30 and 4 mins 30
What is the effect of warm conditions on working and setting time of Kalzinol?
Decreases working and setting time
What is the effect of cold conditions on working and setting time of Kalzinol?
Increases working and setting time
How do you finish Kalzinol?
Once set (approx 3 mins after being in mouth) it can be trimmed and finished
When should Kalzinol not be used?
As a base for composite reactions (may cause softening of the overlaying composite material)
What type of material is Kalzinol?
A polymer reinforced fast setting zinc oxide eugenol cement (Dentine shade)
How do you mix alginate?
Shake container before to loosen the powder, use a measuring scoop for powder and beaker for water, place the powder into the mixing bowl and add the water, mix to a homogenous consistency
What type of material is alginate?
Irreversible hydrocolloid impression material
What are the indications for using alginate?
- Case study models
- Orthodontic models
- Opposing models
- Removable partial dentine frameworks, not involving transfers and/or precision attachments
- Removable retainers or splints
- Provisional restorations
What is the mixing time for alginate?
30 seconds
What is the working time for alginate?
60 seconds
What is the setting time for alginate?
2 minutes
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