Journal of AdvancedMedical and Dental Sciences Research

The use of cast partial denture has decreased in the past two decades due to increased preference of implant supported fixed restorations by both patient and their dentists. However, certain clinical situations do not render the use of implants in which case, the cast partial dentures are still the choice of treatment. During the fabrication of the cast partial denture, transfer of occlusal rest seat to the working cast is done using an impression material. Since the prepared rests are of small dimensions, clinicians generally are not able to isolate defects made in the recording of these preparations. A simple technique that isolates these areas during the recording of occlusal rests is presented. The technique uses colored ink on the prepared area which get transferred to the impression as well as the master cast. The technique is simple and inexpensive and can be particularly useful in academic settings. Keywords: base metal alloys, mouth preparation, elastomer, master cast, partial denture.