Plaster of Paris

Water/Powder
Minimum Maximum
Ratio (cc/g) Average Diameter
Diameter Diameter
(mm)
( mm.) (mm.)

25/50
43.1mm 46mm 44.55

30/50 45.3mm 54.5mm 49.9

35/50 57.4 147mm 102.2mm

Dental Stone

Water/Powder Minimum Maximum

Average Diameter
Ratio (cc/g) Diameter Diameter
(mm)
( mm.) (mm.)

15/50
41.3mm 42mm 41.65mm

46mm 47.5mm 46.75mm

20/50
Die Stone

Water/Powder Minimum Maximum Average Diameter

Ratio (cc/g) Diameter Diameter (mm)
( mm.) (mm.)

12/50 25mm 39mm 32mm

15/50 27mm 50mm 40mm

Questions :

1. Which of the mixtures would be the most suitable for pouring models/ casts and
why?

For dental plaster

- 25/20 ratio is the most ideal. The consistency is smooth and not to
watery which makes it much stronger.

For Dental stone

- 15/50 is the suitable mixture because it will flow and give off an
accurate copy.

For die stone

- The most suitable mixture for pouring cast is the 15/50 ratio because
when the consistency is runny and has a creamy texture, it is much
easier for the impression of the cast to mold and distribute to some
parts and it can make less bubble after it sets.

2. Describe the correct procedure for mixing gypsum.

- Use room temperature water.

- Always place water in bowl first, then add powder to water slowly and
evenly.
- Let powder soak in water at least 30 seconds while moving bowl
around to wet the powder before mixing.
- Hand mix using a uniform motion. (only 1 direction)