What Is the Main Disadvantage of Alginate Hydrocolloid Impression Material

question 38

Multiple Choice

What is the main disadvantage of alginate hydrocolloid impression material in contrast to an elastomeric impression?

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

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