Affinis Super Soft Putty is a silicone based addition-type elastomeric impression material.
- Super soft putty (ISO 4823, Type 0)
- Available as jar of base (orange) & catalyst (light grey) of 300 gms each
- Putty consistency.
Pros:
- Super soft putty is ideal for Single step putty wash technique.
- Very easy to mix due to it’s softness to achieve homogenous mix.
Cons:
- As it is hand mix, one needs to be careful with proper proportions.
- It doesn’t provide the firmness of a tray material specially in case of two-step impression technique.
How to use?
- Level sccopfulls of base and catalyst should be taken.
- Putty should always be kneaded using the fingertips to obtain a homogeneous mix ( uniform colour).
- Both single and two-step impression techniques can be used but single step technique is preferred with Affinis soft putty.
| Mixing time | 25 seconds |
| Working time | 1:10 minutes |
| Time in mouth (35°C) | 2:00 minutes |
- Always check the material is set intra-orally before removing from the mouth.
- The removed impression can be washed under cold running tap water, disinfected using a dental disinfectant. It can also be autoclaved at 134°C.
My review of Affinis Super Soft Putty
I have used Affinis Super Soft Putty to make impressions for my crowns. I have found it very easy to handle and mix. It’s softness and smooth nature allows a fast homogeneous mix.
Beyond it’s ease of mixing, I have not found it a very suitable tray material for universal use. It’s softness is a disadvantage in getting a proper adaptation while using in either a two step impression technique or even while making impressions for study models using only putty material.
I have also used President Putty . I would still prefer Aquasil Soft putty from Dentsply Sirona for universal use in all type of situations.
Hence, this Affinis Super Soft Putty can be used only in single-step putty wash impression technique.
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