Open AccessBiometric Denture Space- Concept of Neutral Zone Revisited Using A Hydrocolloid Impression Material
Author(s) -
Shyam Sundar Shanker,
Aruna Umamaheswaran,
Sanjyar
Publication year - 2015
Publication title -
journal of clinical and diagnostic research
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
eISSN - 2249-782X
pISSN - 0973-709X
DOI - 10.7860/jcdr/2015/13341.6744
Subject(s) - impression , biometrics , space (punctuation) , computer science , mathematics , dentistry , orthodontics , psychology , artificial intelligence , medicine , world wide web , operating system
Though the concept of neutral zone in making complete denture and its significance are well known, the material of choice has always been experimented to achieve better results. Recording of neutral zone using irreversible hydrocolloid (Alginate) as a material of choice would make the way of recording the neutral zone easier, as well as comfortable for the patient, when compared with other materials used for the purpose. This article describes the method of recording the biometric denture space (neutral zone) using hydrocolloid impression material which is most commonly used in everyday dental practice.