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Brand: AVUE
SKU: MBPGUNDATPMRME27048
Price: 2120.46 INR
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Question 1

What is the material composition and how does it differ between Dentasil Putty and DentaWash?

Accepted Answer

Both Dentasil Putty and DentaWash are condensation-cured silicone (C-Silicone) materials based on polysiloxanes. Dentasil Putty has very high viscosity (Shore A hardness 65) making it suitable for detailed applications, while DentaWash is a low-viscosity light body material (Shore A hardness 50) designed for precision wash impressions. Together they form a two-step putty/wash technique system for comprehensive impression capture.

Question 2

What are the working and setting times for each component?

Accepted Answer

Dentasil Putty has a total working time of 1 minute 15 seconds and total setting time of 3 minutes 45 seconds, with 2 minutes 30 seconds in-mouth time. DentaWash has a longer working time of 1 minute 30 seconds and total setting time of 5 minutes 30 seconds with 4 minutes in-mouth time. These extended times in DentaWash allow clinicians to refine details after the putty has set.

Question 3

How dimensionally stable is this impression material?

Accepted Answer

Dentasil Putty exhibits linear dimensional change of less than 0.3%, while DentaWash shows less than 0.6% change, both meeting high accuracy standards for dental impressions. Both materials demonstrate recovery from deformation greater than 99%, ensuring the impression retains its shape and detail for accurate model fabrication.

Question 4

What clinical procedures can this material system be used for?

Accepted Answer

Dentasil and DentaWash are indicated for two-step putty/wash technique, one-step putty/wash technique, functional peripheries, crown and bridge work, over-impressions for copper band impressions, occlusal registrations, and reline impressions. The system's flexibility and ease of withdrawal make it suitable for complex restorative and prosthodontic applications.

Question 5

What makes this material easy to handle clinically?

Accepted Answer

The putty is non-sticky, allowing easy manipulation and cleanup without surface adhesion. It provides elastic strength with a balance between firmness and stretchability, and can be easily withdrawn from surfaces or molds without causing damage. The bright red activator paste (Dentacat) contrasts visually with the yellow putty and blue light body, aiding clinician visibility during application.

Question 6

How is the material activated and what is the role of Dentacat?

Accepted Answer

Dentacat is the activator paste (catalyst) added to Dentasil Putty to initiate the condensation-curing reaction and control setting time. It is used in both two-step and one-step putty/wash techniques, with the bright red color providing clear visual contrast to ensure thorough mixing and proper material preparation.

Material Type	Condensation Silicone
Working Time (Putty)	1’15’’
Setting Time (Putty)	3’45’’
Working Time (Light Body)	1’30”
Setting Time (Light Body)	5’30”
Dimensional Stability (Putty)	<0.3% Linear Dimensional Change
Dimensional Stability (Light Body)	<0.6% Linear Dimensional Change

Avue Dentasil - Condensation Silicone Putty/Light Body Elastomeric Impression Material

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