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Trends in elastomeric impression materials

R G Craig1, Z Sun

  • 1University of Michigan, School of Dentistry, Biologic and Materials Sciences, Ann Arbor 48109-1078, USA.

Operative Dentistry
|July 1, 1994
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Recent advancements in dental impression materials include hydrophilic addition silicones and polyethers in automatic mixing systems. These materials offer improved handling and are now available as single-viscosity bite registration options.

Area of Science:

  • Dental Materials Science
  • Polymer Chemistry

Background:

  • Addition silicones and polyethers are widely used dental impression materials.
  • Material properties and delivery systems influence clinical performance.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review recent innovations in addition silicone and polyether dental materials.
  • To highlight advancements in viscosity, hydrophilicity, and delivery systems.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of dental material advancements over the past three years.
  • Analysis of product formulations and delivery system changes.

Main Results:

  • Increased availability of hydrophilic addition silicones.
  • Heavier viscosity materials now offered in automatic mixing cartridges.

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  • Polyethers introduced into automatic mixing systems.
  • Rise in monophase or single-viscosity systems.
  • Both material types available as bite registration materials.

    • Conclusions:

    • Dental impression material technology has evolved with enhanced hydrophilicity and viscosity options.
    • Automatic mixing systems and single-viscosity formulations improve ease of use and handling.
    • Addition silicones and polyethers provide versatile solutions for bite registration.