Impression Compound Type 1 (green stick)

Impression Compound Type 1 is a material used with the classic impression compound. This product is also called the greenstick. Similar to the traditional impression compound, this product is thermoplastic and can be molded while soft. 

WHEN CAN YOU USE DENTAL IMPRESSION COMPOUND?

When taking an impression of edentulous patients for complete dentures, using the classic impression compound alone will not suffice. You need the help of another material to help you achieve the border seal that cannot be achieved with impression trays alone.

Impression Compound Type 1 is the adjunct material that you need for this purpose. You can use this product to mold the borders of your impression so that you can get an adequate seal. This seal is essential in edentulous patients since their retention heavily relies on this. Therefore, you need Impression Compound Type 1 to help you get this seal for retention.

WHAT ARE THE PROPERTIES OF DENTAL IMPRESSION COMPOUND?

Impression Compound Type 1, or the greenstick, has a very similar chemical composition to your classic impression compound. However, you can only notice a difference in the flow, color, and shape.

Impression Compound Type 1 is a thermoplastic material. This means that you can heat the product to achieve a flowy material that can adapt to your patient’s vestibule. Moreover, the product can go back to its rigid state. All you need to do is let it cool on the shape to give you a satisfactory peripheral seal.

Also, the material can harden faster if you place it in cold water. Lastly, this product can be well-tolerated by your patient’s tissues. There is no adverse reaction between the compound and the patient. Moreover, the compound will not interfere with your impression material.

WHY CHOOSE DENTAL IMPRESSION COMPOUND?

Dental Impression Compound is vital to help you get an impression of your edentulous patients for their complete dentures. With this product, you can get a good quality peripheral seal for the retention of the dentures of your patients. 

You can buy Impression Compound Type 1 online in Pakistan now at E-Dental Mart.