16/09/2025 – Alginate impression taking

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Course Information
Part 1: 16/09/25, 13:30-16:30
Part 2: 14/04/26, 09:30-12:30

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Aim:
To give an overview on the constituents, properties and use of alginate as a dental impression material and the technique for making accurate alginate impressions of dentate patients.

Learning objectives:

  • List the constituents and properties of alginate as an impression material
  • Describe those features that must be recorded in a preliminary impression
  • Select stock impression trays and modify them to make preliminary impressions in alginate
  • Demonstrate clinical skills in taking upper and lower alginate dental impressions

GDC Development Outcomes: A, C

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Alginate impression taking