A blockout putty for use in creating smooth finished molds, such as for use in creating a stone, gypsum, plaster, or other type cast of an impression such as, but not limited to, dental impressions of teeth and/or gums. The putty may comprise a first stage material, diluent, and lubricant. The first stage material may comprise: 0.10 to 30% by weight non-crosslinked polar polymeric resin; 1.25 to 75% by weight filler; 0.0125 to 7% by weight thickening agent; 0 to 45% by weight humectant; and 5 to 85% by weight water. For every 30 to 60 ounces of first stage material, the putty may comprise 4 to 12 fluid ounces of the diluent and 0.5 to 2.75 fluid ounces of the lubricant. The putty may further comprise dye, scent, antibacterial/antiviral/antimicrobial inhibitors, ingredients to control odor, and/or surface disinfection technologies.

A monomer composition contains: a tin-free catalyst (A); and a (meth)acrylate monomer (D) that is a reaction product of an iso(thio)cyanate compound (B) and an alcohol compound (C). In this monomer composition, a content of an amide compound containing at least one of a carboxylic acid amide group or a sulfonamide group is less than 1 ppm by mass with respect to a total amount of the monomer composition.

A monomer composition contains: a tin-free catalyst (A); and a (meth)acrylate monomer (D) that is a reaction product of an iso(thio)cyanate compound (B) and an alcohol compound (C). In this monomer composition, a content of an amide compound containing at least one of a carboxylic acid amide group or a sulfonamide group is less than 1 ppm by mass with respect to a total amount of the monomer composition.

Provided is a polymerizable composition hardly having oxygen inhibition layer by polymerization under an oxygen environment, including a first paste including (a) a (meth)acrylate compound, (b) at least one of an aromatic sulfinic acid and a salt thereof, and (c) an acidic compound; and a second paste including (a) a (meth)acrylate compound, (d) an organic metal compound, and (e) an organic halogen compound, wherein at least either one of the first paste and the second paste includes (f) a filler.

Provided is a polymerizable composition hardly having oxygen inhibition layer by polymerization under an oxygen environment, including a first paste including (a) a (meth)acrylate compound, (b) at least one of an aromatic sulfinic acid and a salt thereof, and (c) an acidic compound; and a second paste including (a) a (meth)acrylate compound, (d) an organic metal compound, and (e) an organic halogen compound, wherein at least either one of the first paste and the second paste includes (f) a filler.

Described are organopolysiloxane compositions that are capable of cross-linking and/or of hardening by polyaddition reactions so as to produce elastomers or materials made of silicone. Further described, is how the composition is useful for making a dental impression in the context of preparing prostheses.

Described are organopolysiloxane compositions that are capable of cross-linking and/or of hardening by polyaddition reactions so as to produce elastomers or materials made of silicone. Further described, is how the composition is useful for making a dental impression in the context of preparing prostheses.

Disclosed are methods for detecting demineralization of a surface of a tooth, comprising a) contacting the tooth of a subject with an orally acceptable, binding composition comprising a binding agent that binds to a demineralized surface of the tooth; b) removing unbound binding compound; c) contacting the tooth with an orally acceptable, detector composition comprising a probe compound that reacts with the binding agent to form a visually detectable reaction product; and d) detecting formation of the reaction product as an indication of the presence or extent of surface demineralization of the tooth. Systems, kits, and compositions for practicing the methods are also provided.

Methods and systems for using a curable material for endodontic processes are provided. The method comprises using an electroactive composition to cure and optionally un-cure the material. Using an electroactive composition allows for easy introduction of the material without unwanted complexity or side effects. It also allows for easy removal and replacement if desired.

Provided herein are compositions for applying a reference marker pattern or grid to the surface of an object to be imaged three-dimensionally. These compositions can be quick drying for ease of use. Methods of use of the compositions are also provided as well as devices and kits for the application of the compositions.