title: Reversible hydrocolloid: the standard of excellence.
abstract: Reversible hydrocolloid is the oldest elastic dental impression material and, with the appropriate methodology, the advantages outweigh the disadvantages. Skill, care, and comprehension of the physical properties of the materials ensure success.
mesh_terms: D000362:Agar; D055598:Chemical Phenomena; D002627:Chemistry, Physical; D003102:Colloids; D003760:Dental Impression Materials / Q000592:standards; D003761:Dental Impression Technique / Q000295:instrumentation; D005881:Gingiva / Q000033:anatomy & histology; D006801:Humans
chemical_list: D003102:Colloids; D003760:Dental Impression Materials; D000362:Agar