Zhermack Tropicalgin Alginate Impression Material: Fast, Accurate, and Easy to Use

Description

Zhermack Tropicalgin is a chromatic alginate impression material offering superior accuracy and ease of use. Its unique color-change system provides clear visual cues during each stage of the process: red during mixing, orange during application, and yellow during setting in the mouth. This dust-free, fast-setting alginate boasts a smooth, pleasant tropical scent and a soft, easy-to-handle consistency.

Applications

• Removable dentures
• Diagnostic models
• Antagonists for fixed and removable prostheses

Key Features

• Three-Phase Chromatic Indication: Violet during mixing, pink during application, white during setting in the mouth.
• Fast Setting and Working Time: Minimizes chair time for both dentist and patient.
• Thixotropic Properties: Ensures smooth application and prevents sagging.

Benefits

• Rapid water absorption
• Easy mixing
• Homogeneous, smooth, and compact surface
• Long-lasting impression stability
• Simple, fast mixing without air bubbles using the Alghamix II mixer (Zhermack)
• Reliable disinfection with Zeta 7 Solution and Zeta 7 Spray (Zhermack)
• 5-year shelf life

Technical Data

• Mixing Ratio: 9g powder : 18ml water
• Total Setting Time: 2 minutes 35 seconds
• Working Time: 1 minute 35 seconds
• Mouth Setting Time: 1 minute
• Setting Type: Fast
• Flavor: Mint
• Compressive Deformation: 11.5%
• Elastic Recovery: >99%
• Compressive Strength: 1.0 MPa

Instructions for Use

1. Shake the container to ensure even powder distribution.
2. Measure the required amount of powder using a dry, clean measuring spoon and place it in a rubber bowl.
3. Measure the required amount of water. Use a powder/water ratio of 9g powder (one measuring spoon) to 18ml water (1/3 measuring cup).
4. Add the water to the powder and mix thoroughly.
5. Apply the material to the impression tray.
6. Place the tray in the patient’s mouth for the required setting time.
7. Remove the tray from the mouth, rinse thoroughly, remove excess water, and disinfect according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. The impression is suitable for pouring for up to 48 hours. Ideally, pour immediately after removal. Use type III or IV dental plaster. Store the impression in a hermetically sealed bag at 23°C.

Precautions

• Use with caution in patients with allergies.
• After opening the package, store the contents in an airtight container.

Composition

Diatomaceous earth, sodium alginate, calcium sulfate, sodium phosphate, potassium fluorotitanate, zinc oxide, vaseline oil, pH indicator (phenolphthalein), food flavoring (tropical and lemon), pigment.

Keywords

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