A procedure for making fixed prosthodontic impressions with the use of preformed crown shells

J Prosthet Dent. 1995 Jan;73(1):95-6. doi: 10.1016/s0022-3913(05)80277-x.

Abstract

Void-free impressions of tooth preparations for fixed prosthodontics are essential for accurately fitting restorations; however, commonly used impression methods are arduous and time-consuming. A procedure has been developed in which an impression is made in a preformed temporary crown shell for each tooth preparation and then a final over impression is made. The result is an atraumatic and uncomplicated complete-arch impression that incorporates an accurate impression of each prepared tooth.

MeSH terms

  • Crowns*
  • Dental Cavity Preparation
  • Dental Impression Materials
  • Dental Impression Technique / instrumentation*
  • Dental Prosthesis Design / instrumentation
  • Humans
  • Polycarboxylate Cement
  • Rubber

Substances

  • Dental Impression Materials
  • Polycarboxylate Cement
  • polycarbonate
  • Rubber