Duplicating Material Tip:
Do not try to get that one last melt on your duplicating material-money spent on trying to fit inaccurate castings not worth money saved on duplicating material.

Duplicator Tip:
Check calibration on your duplicating machine. Material lasts longer when not overheated and kept at lowest temperature possible in holding tank.

Investment Tip:
Always measure investment material and liquid! This is important for great fits!

Timer Tip:
Use timers! Play close attention to setting times-difference between a great fitting casting and a so-so fitting casting.

Duplication Tip:
During partial denture framework duplication process, the temperature of the water for cooling should be approximately 55 degrees F. Colder water may cause too rapid chilling, freezing or distortion of the hydrocoloid.

Pencil Tip:
Always use a wax pencil for transferring partial denture design to your refractory. Never use a graphite pencil as the deposits left by this type of pencil may not be completely burned out in the furnace causing pitting and other imperfections.

Distilled Water
If you don't drink the water from your tap, don't use it in your hydrocolloid or investment. Using distilled water will give you consistent results every time.

Investment Tip
When opening a new container of investment, knead or mix material to incorporate particles that may have settled during shipping, to give you consistent results.