title: A controlled putty-wash impression technique.
abstract: A precise impression is imperative for the construction of an accurately fitting indirect cast restoration. The putty-wash technique is commonly used in making impressions with silicone elastomers. Errors in manipulation may lead to inaccurate impressions. A technique is presented ensuring exact reseating of the putty impression tray and creation of a uniform wash space, which are essential for accurate results.
authors.affiliation: Department of Prosthodontics, Tel Aviv University, Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Israel.
authors.forename: B
authors.initials: B
authors.lastname: Marshak
authors.forename: D
authors.initials: D
authors.lastname: Assif
authors.forename: R
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Pilo
mesh_terms: D003761:Dental Impression Technique / Q000295:instrumentation; D004867:Equipment Design; D006801:Humans; D011108:Polymers / Q000737:chemistry; D012408:Rubber / Q000737:chemistry*; D012833:Siloxanes / Q000737:chemistry; D013499:Surface Properties; D014783:Viscosity
chemical_list: D011108:Polymers; D012833:Siloxanes; D012408:Rubber