Jordan University for science and technology

Dental materials assignment 4 group 7 \ section 1

Question 1.
In this picture you can see strips of red wax Questions: Mention two uses of this type of wax? Utility wax 1. used to adjust impression trays 2. Used to cover sharp brackets and wires in orthodontic appliances

Question 2.
The adjacent strip of wax is called boxing wax o What is the wax used for? o What is the recommended storage condition for this wax so that it can be used successfully?: 1 . Boxing wax is used to form the base portion of a gypsum model. 2. It should be stored in a dry ,cool( slightly below room temperature) place

Question 3.
. Which category does this wax belong to? Name one use for this wax in the lab. 1 .This type of wax is sticky which belongs to Processing wax 2.it is used to adhere components of metal, gypsum, or resin together temporarily during fabrication and repair.

Questions 4.
o Melting temperature slightly lower than mouth temperature is preferred for bite registration wax, TRUE OR FALSE? false

Question 5.
What are the three forms of silica present in investment materials? What are the criteria used to select the proper investment material to be used 1 . Quartz, Cristobalite, tridymite 2. The main factors involved in the selection of investment material are the casting temperature to be used and the type of alloy to be cast.

Question 6.

Name three sources of dental wax.

Plants, insects and minerals.

Group 7 section 1