Term Words Flashcards
1
Q
Acrylic
A
Resin material
2
Q
Articulator
A
Devise used to reproduce patient jaw movement
3
Q
Beading
A
Process using wax to make an impression tray longer
4
Q
Catalyst
A
Substance that speeds up a chemical reaction
5
Q
Distortion
A
Change in shape
6
Q
Exothermic reaction
A
Chemical reaction that releases heat
7
Q
Gypsum
A
Calcium sulfate product used to create diagnostic casts
8
Q
Irreversible hydrocolloid
A
Alginate
9
Q
Lathe
A
Smooths, sands, and shapes dental appliances
10
Q
Model trimmer
A
Cuts and contours gypsum casts
11
Q
Polyether
A
Elastic base material
12
Q
Polymerization
A
Chemical process that’s causes two materials to harden together
13
Q
Polysiloxane
A
Final impression material
14
Q
Polysulfide
A
Rubber based impression material
15
Q
Silicone
A
Putty based impression material
