Análise comparativa da alteração dimensional de materiais de moldagem elastoméricos, através da técnica do casquete

Abstract

The present study assessed comparatively the dimensional change of four fluid-consistence elastomeric impression materiais (one addition silicone, two condensation silicones and one mercaptan) using the headcap technique. A metal cast (pattern) was made, enclosing two teeth with metal-crown preparation. On this cast, with a 0,3-mm metal relief, were obtained the headcaps using Neelon's technique (brush method). The impressions were carried out with a static-weight press, where a strength of 39.2 N (newton) was pressing the trays over the metal cast. The occlusal surfaces of the prepared teeth had cross-wise grooves. In the extreme of each groove there were small points where the reading started. The linear reading, in a comparing microscope, was initially done at the occlusal surface of each teeth distinctly, so following it was read matching the points between the two teeth. The results were statistically analysed and it followed that there were no statistically significant differences.