Evaluation of Pre-Alginate Impression Preparation Methods in the Surface Accuracy of Dental Cast

ConclusionsUse of pre-preparation technique of finger smearing and saliva ejector prior to alginate impressions resulted in significant reduction of surface nodules/blebs and enhanced the quality and accuracy of fabricated casts. Therefore, the use of saliva ejector, finger smearing on the occlusal surface of teeth and smoothening of alginate impression, immediately prior to intra-oral placement is clinically recommended.
Source: The Saudi Dental Journal - Category: Dentistry Source Type: research