Cast Models and Dies2017
Cast Models and Dies2017
Cast Models and Dies2017
α-hemihydrate
http://www.usc.edu/hsc/dental/Resources/Courseware/preclinicalprosth/assetts/Gypsum.pdf
CASTING OF IMPRESSIONS I.
during casting all impressions must be handled with great care to
avoid damage and weakening of the cast
impressions taken in compound, zinc oxide paste, alginate or
elastomers do not require treating with separating medium, stone
does not stick to them
plaster impressions must be painted with with a soap or detergent
solution (waterglass)
all equipment used for mixing the stone must be clean (any material
remaining from the previous mix in the mixing bowl must be
removed, as it may impair the surface of the cast as well as
accelerating the setting time)
the water-stone ratio should be that advised by the makers of the
particular stone being used
CASTING OF IMPRESSIONS II.
the main problem in casting impressions is
the exlusion of air from the mix since its
presence weakens the cast
three methods may be used to eliminate
as much air as possible:
1. mechanical spatulation (for at least 30
seconds till consistency is smooth and
creamy in a flexible bowl with a stiff bladed
spatula)
2. vibration table: during filling up of the
impression vibrating is recquired until the
stone fills all the deepest parts of the
impression
3. vacuum mixer
Disinfection of stone casts or dies
Although the impression itself should be
disinfected before being handled further
by the dental office staff or the
laboratory technicians, whenever there
is a question about whether or not this
has been done, the stone cast or die
also can be treated.