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For the general practitioner, the superficial periodontal structure is an obstacle when trying to gain access, control and visualization to juxta or infra gingival preparations. A temporary restoration will maintain and protect those limits and in many cases it is a very efficient procedure. Sometimes it is necessary to enhance the gingival preparation by sophisticated methods. There are many different technics available to the practitioner. In this article we will describe the technics with easy clinical use and those respecting the gingival tissue (mechanical, physico-chemical).

Hydro-alginates are a combination of reversible and irreversible hydrocolloids. These products are a material choice in fixed prosthodontics and removable partial denture due to their reliability and ease of use, depending on adequate utilization of the materials and on a perfect synchronization during the impression procedures.