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PERFIT Heavy Body Impression Material 2 x 50ml Cartridges
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With high viscosity and advanced thixotropic properties, PERFIT Heavy Body Impression Material 2 x 50ml Cartridges delivers precise impressions with strong carving characteristics.
This VPS material holds its form during placement, which supports accuracy in detailed cases, including implant impressions. Combined with a light body material, it helps achieve a high level of detail across a range of clinical indications.
Indications
- Accurate impression for crowns, bridges, inlay and onlays
- Suitable for two-step techniques when used with light body material
Benefits
- Easy handling and efficient operation
- Balanced dispensing ratio to help reduce material waste
- High hydrophilicity supports detailed and consistent impressions
- Strong tear and tensile strength for improved durability
- Excellent dimensional stability, maintaining accuracy for up to 4 weeks
Product Specifications
- Working Time: 2 min (Normal Set) or 1 min 30 seconds (Fast Set)
- In-mouth Set Time: 3 min 30 seconds (Normal Set) or 3 min (Fast Set)
- Elastic Recovery: > 99.5%
- Dimensional Change: < 0.2%
- Shore A Hardness: Approx. 68
- Colour: Blue
- Contents: 2 x 50ml cartridges with 12 mixing tips and 12 intra-oral tips
Understanding PERFIT Heavy Body Impression Material
To achieve a clean impression, the material needs to hold in place during the procedure. PERFIT Heavy Body Impression Material 2 x 50ml Cartridges is a high-viscosity VPS material used in restorative and implant cases.
In clinical use, PERFIT heavy body impression material plays a key role in supporting different procedures:
- Used for crown and bridge impressions requiring stable support
- Suitable for implant cases where material control is critical
- Supports light body material in two-step techniques
The cartridge format allows the material to be dispensed through standard automix systems. This means consistent mixing every time, with less manual handling during setup. Heavy-body impression cartridges also help control the amount of material used, which supports more predictable results chairside.
High viscosity helps the material hold its position once applied, which reduces the risk of slumping during the impression process. This supports accurate detail capture, allowing clear recording of margins and surface detail for a better-fitting restoration.
Heavy body materials are commonly paired with light body materials to create a complete impression, with each playing a distinct role:
- The heavy body provides bulk and support, helping maintain structure during the impression
- The light body flows into finer areas to capture margin and surface detail
Together, they produce a well-defined impression suitable for lab work, helping the lab read the case clearly and reduce adjustments at fit.
Clinical Applications & Advantages of PERFIT Heavy Body Impression Material
PERFIT Heavy Body Impression Material 2 x 50ml Cartridges is used in several procedures where a stable base and clear detail capture are required.
- Supports crown and bridge impressions
A stable base material helps maintain form during impression taking. As a heavy-body dental impression material, it provides the support needed to capture consistent results in indirect restorative cases.
- Used in implant restorative procedures
Implant work often requires careful material placement and control. The material retains its position during application, which helps support accuracy during impression capture.
- Functions as a tray material in dual-phase techniques
As a dental tray impression material, it is compatible with light-body materials and helps support the structure while capturing finer details. This combination helps produce a complete impression for lab use.
- Maintains dimensional stability with strong tear resistance
Once set, the material retains its shape during removal and handling. This helps reduce the risk of distortion and supports accurate transfer to the lab.
- Rigid set with consistent mixing and handling
The material sets firm under pressure, which helps preserve the recorded structure and allows trimming where needed. Using 50ml impression cartridges supports controlled dispensing and even mixing through automix systems, helping maintain consistency during setup.
How to Use PERFIT Heavy Body Impression Material for Accurate Results
A consistent workflow using PERFIT Heavy Body Impression Material 2 x 50ml Cartridges helps produce clear, usable impressions for lab work.
1. Prepare the cartridge and dispensing setup
Consistent mixing and controlled delivery start with correct cartridge preparation. Using a dental impression cartridge system helps deliver a uniform mix, reduces the risk of air incorporation, and supports steady extrusion during application.
- Load the cartridge into a compatible dispensing gun
- Attach a fresh automix tip to ensure the material mixes correctly as it is dispensed
- Express a small amount first to confirm a uniform mix
2. Apply material evenly into the tray
Even loading supports a more accurate result. When using PERFIT heavy body impression material, even distribution helps support the light body and maintain structure during seating.
- Fill the tray in one continuous motion to reduce the risk of air pockets
- Keep the material level consistent to support even pressure during seating
- Avoid overloading, which can affect tray positioning and patient comfort
3. Manage working time and seat the tray correctly
Timing plays a key role in how the material performs once placed. Following a structured heavy body impression technique helps maintain control before the material begins to set.
- Seat the tray promptly after loading to avoid early setting
- Apply steady, controlled pressure to help the material adapt evenly
- Hold the tray in position until the material begins to firm
- Avoid repositioning once seated, as movement can affect accuracy and detail capture
4. Let the material fully set before removal
Removal technique can impact the integrity of the final impression. Handling impression materials carefully at this stage helps preserve detail.
- Wait for the full in-mouth set time before attempting removal
- Remove with firm, controlled movement to avoid tearing or distortion
- Inspect the impression for clear margins and complete surface detail
- Support the tray during removal to maintain shape
5. Store and handle the impression appropriately
What happens after removal can still affect accuracy. Proper handling helps maintain the impression until it reaches the lab.
- Store the impression in a clean, dry container to prevent contamination
- Keep it free from pressure during storage or transport to avoid distortion
- Avoid heat exposure, as temperature changes can affect material stability
Frequently Asked Questions - PERFIT Heavy Body Impression Material 2 x 50ml Cartridges
What is heavy body impression material used for?
Heavy body impression material is used in crown and bridge procedures and implant restorations. It provides a stable base that supports accurate impression taking and helps maintain structure during placement.
Can this material be used with light body impression material?
Yes, it is commonly paired with light body material in dual-phase techniques. The heavy body supports the overall structure, while the light body flows into finer areas to capture margin detail.
How long does the material take to set?
The material sets within a few minutes depending on the selected setting time. This allows enough working time for placement before it firms intraorally. Waiting for the full set time helps prevent distortion and preserves detail during removal.
Is it suitable for implant impressions?
PERFIT heavy body impression material is often used in implant procedures where stability during placement is needed. The material retains its form well, which supports accurate recording of the implant position and surrounding structures.
How should the cartridges be stored?
Cartridges should be kept in a cool, dry environment to maintain material consistency. Avoid exposure to heat, as temperature changes can affect performance. Keeping cartridges sealed when not in use helps prevent contamination and supports consistent mixing.
What makes heavy body material different from medium or light body?
Heavy body materials are thicker and provide added support during impression taking. PERFIT Heavy Body Impression Material 2 x 50ml Cartridges resists slumping during placement, while lighter materials flow more easily into finer details. This allows heavy and light body materials to work together to capture a more complete impression.