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What you'll be able to do (official learning outcomes)
discuss the science underpinning the use of the gypsum, resins, and impression materials
recognise where these materials can be used
recognise different impression trays and know their advantages and limitations
define shrinkages, and itemise their causes and how to ameliorate them
state the uses, advantages, and disadvantages of dental wax; and
describe the physical properties of polishing materials and how to handle them
Course contents
The Science of Gypsum and Gypsum Products. Production. Chemistry of Setting: Properties of Die and Cast Materials. Manipulation. Technical consideration: - Porosity. Warpage. Shrinkage. Hygroscopic Expansion and many others. Synthetic Resins: Classification of Dental Resins: Polymerization. Types Copolymerisation. Cross Linkages.
Source: the Nigerian Universities Commission (NUC) Core Curriculum and Minimum Academic Standards (CCMAS). StudyOps loads this syllabus automatically when you study DNT 202.