Boxing and Master Casts

Question 1

Definition of boxing

Answer 1

Process of enclosing an impression to produce desired size and form of base of cast to preserve desired details

Question 2

What are the purposes of boxing/

Answer 2

• Preserve peripheral roll and provide land area on master cast

Question 3

What is the width of land area?

Answer 3

4-6mm

Question 4

Container made from wax sheet must be about _____ above the highest point of impression to make an adequate base

Answer 4

15mm

Question 5

Cast should be how thick?

Answer 5

15-20mm

Question 6

Depth of peripheral roll should be

Answer 6

2-3mm

Question 7

Creating rounded nothces on bottom of master cast will do what?

Answer 7

Help remount the processed dentures back onto the articulator mountings