The most popular form of alginate is
in powdered form. The paste form has shorter gelation time. When mixed powdered alginate with water at around 1:1: the mixture becomes a gel, that is set to a rubber-like material. The working time is varied and can be controlled by the manufacturers or the dentist. It is non-toxic and non-irritant material.
Alginate is used for taking impression (imprint) of the dental arches for orthodontic model, bleaching trays, mouth guards, and study models.
Alginate is used for taking impression (imprint) of the dental arches for orthodontic model, bleaching trays, mouth guards, and study models.
Alginate powder contains:
- Sodium alginate
- Calcium sulfate
- Trisodium phosphate
- Diatomaceous earth
- Zinc oxide
- Potassium titanium fluoride
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