The best way to remove a hydrocolloid impression from the patient's mouth is____________?

Correct answer: C. Sudden jerking of the impression to prevent tearing

  • A. Slight rocking of the impression to disengage it from the undercut
  • B. Wetting the periphery of the impression with moist cotton to break the peripheral seal
  • C. Sudden jerking of the impression to prevent tearing
  • D. Supporting the impression along with the tray to prevent disengaging of the tray alone

Explanation

A hydrocolloid impression should be removed with a quick, decisive movement along the path of removal, which reduces prolonged deformation and tearing around undercuts. Gentle rocking or slow removal can distort the elastic impression.

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