The Main Disadvantage of Alginate Hydrocolloid Impression Material in Contrast

question 28

Multiple Choice

The main disadvantage of alginate hydrocolloid impression material in contrast to an elastomeric impression is:

• A) its higher cost.
• B) the inflexibility of the set impression.
• C) the amount of equipment necessary.
• D) it does not transfer as much surface detail to gypsum dies.
• E) difficulty in mixing and manipulating.

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