title: Have fixed-prosthodontic impressions become easier?
abstract: Excellent fixed-prosthodontic impressions are ensured with the presence of healthy soft tissue, atraumatic tooth and soft-tissue preparation, use of packing cords when indicated, routine use of astringents and taking enough time to accomplish the preimpression procedures thoroughly. Currently advertised products that supposedly eliminate the difficulty of fixed-prosthodontic impressions and the need for cords have decreased some of the frustrations of impression making, but the challenge remains. Excellent impressions require accurate and stable impression materials, time, conscientious and thorough techniques, attention to every detail, good support staff and a working knowledge of all aspects of the concepts involved.
authors.affiliation: Clinical Research Associates, Provo, Utah 84604, USA.
authors.forename: Gordon J
authors.initials: GJ
authors.lastname: Christensen
mesh_terms: D003760:Dental Impression Materials; D003761:Dental Impression Technique; D003830:Denture, Partial, Fixed; D005881:Gingiva; D006801:Humans
chemical_list: D003760:Dental Impression Materials