Define the task
State what the material must achieve.
MEDIVEERSETHE PRACTICAL HUBOBSERVE / REASON / EXPLAIN
Compare dental material indications
Compare materials by intended use and handling requirements.
Your practical station
An examiner asks you to choose between two available impression materials. State the recording task and compare the relevant properties before selecting.
Recognise and interpret
Material selection considers biological compatibility, mechanical behaviour, accuracy and the clinical or laboratory task.
Compare
Discuss relevant properties and handling limitations.
Verify
Use the specific product instructions and supervised protocol.
At the viva table
Try answering aloud, then open the suggested answer. Examiner questions vary.
01 / Does a brand name alone identify all material properties?
No. Confirm the formulation, intended use and instructions.
02 / Why consider working time?
The task must be completed within the usable handling period.
03 / Are strength and stiffness identical?
No. They describe different mechanical properties.
04 / Why record a product’s expiry and storage?
Incorrect storage or expiry can compromise performance.