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Explore›Dental Procedures›Primary Impression

Primary Impression

DeptProsthodonticsLevelFundamentalTime15–20 min

Preliminary impression of edentulous arch using stock tray and irreversible hydrocolloid or impression compound to obtain a diagnostic cast for custom tray fabrication.

What the protocol covers

  • •A) Clinical Goals
  • •B) Armamentarium
  • •C) Step-by-Step: Primary Impression with Alginate
  • •D) Alternative: Compound Plus Alginate Corrective
  • •E) Common Student Mistakes

The full procedure entry includes

  • The full step-by-step protocol (12 content blocks)
  • Armamentarium, indications and contraindications
  • Common pitfalls and how to avoid them
  • The narrated video lesson and night-before prep sheet
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