A modified impression technique for a patient with mandibular exostosis

Abstract

Mandibular torus is an exophytic osseous asymptomatic overgrowth often found bilaterally in the premolar region. Recording this structure during impression making is difficult. Thus, a method to modify the stock tray to achieve an accurate impression is introduced in this article. The mandibular flange is removed from a regular stock tray and impression compound green stick mixture is adapted with the help of a metal mesh to support it. This was followed by an impression made with putty and light body. This method reduces discomfort and trauma to the patient and the entire surface of the tori was recorded. But this method was time consuming and a cumbersome procedure.