Vocab
what does cure mean?
to harden
What does Bite Registration show?
how the teeth bite together
When should clean up of cements and plasters be done?
Immediately!!
How many scoops of powder to measures of water do you use for mandibular and maxillary impressions?
Mandibular: 2 scoops and 2 measures
Maxillary: 3 scoops and 3 measures
what does flowable resin do?
flows easily into the prep.
what does adhere mean?
to stick to
What is a Model?
accurate reproduction of a person's teeth
What are cavity liners and bases used for?
Used to protect the pulp and reduce sensitivity.
What are impressions?
Negative reproduction of the teeth and surrounding tissues.
what does etchant do?
roughens up the enamel or dentin to provide retention.
what does triturate mean?
to mix together
What is a Die?
accurate reproduction of a prepped tooth
What are the 3 Classifications of cements?
1. Permanent
2. Temporary
3. Cement placed in prep
What are the two types of impression trays?
1. Stock Trays
2. Custom Trays
what are the 4 steps to a resin? (should be in order)
1. Etch
2. Prime
3. Bond
4. Resin
what is an amalgamator?
machine used to mix amalgam
What is an Extruder?
used to automatically mix and dispense materials.
What is the most common type that is used?
Intermediate Restorative Material (IRM)
What does a Triple Tray show?
1. Upper Arch
2. Lower Arch
3. Bite Registration
What are the 3 other names for resins?
1. Composite
2. Tooth colored filling
3. Aesthetic Restoration
what is micro-leakage?
small division between the tooth and filling
What do Bonding Agents do?
penetrate the etched surfaces and allow the filling to adhere to the tooth.
Which cement is mixed on a glass slab?
Zinc Phosphate
What are the 3 uses of Alginate?
1. Opposing Model
2. Study Model
3. To make a custom tray
What are the 3 uses for Resins?
1. Anterior Filling
2. Posterior Filling
3. Cosmetic Restoration