Prepare the Denture
Ensure the tissue side is clean and dry. Trim any over-extended areas if necessary.
Apply adhesive to intaglio
Apply Impression Material
Mix a low-viscosity (wash) impression material and evenly coat the tissue-bearing surface of the denture.
Insert Denture
Place the denture in the patient’s mouth and have them gently close into their normal bite.
Border Molding
Guide the patient through movements (e.g., smile, pucker, move tongue) to capture the full extent of the borders.
Allow to Set
Let the impression material fully set without disturbing the denture.
Remove and Inspect
Carefully remove the denture, check for accuracy, and ensure all tissue areas and borders are properly captured.
Disinfect
Disinfect the impression before sending it to the lab.
Written by Cindy Ouk
Updated over 2 months ago