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A quick method for boxing complete denture elastomeric impressions.

Abstract

Rubber base impressions must be poured immediately for maximum accuracy. A method of boxing is presented that uses a previously formed thermoplastic box for pouring the complete denture rubber base impressions in a few minutes.

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I H Ansari. 1994. A quick method for boxing complete denture elastomeric impressions.. https://doi.org/10.1016/0022-3913(94)90452-9

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