Garreco Dental is one of the leading producers of dental stones in the US. We produce dental stones ranging from type 2 to type 5 to meet all of your needs. Here’s a list of our type 3 dental stones along with their properties:

Tecstone™ Type 3 Dental Stone

Widely recognized as one of the best stones on the market and designed for ultimate versatility, Tecstone is recommended for use in models and flasking, in the production of full or partial dentures, and in basing crown and bridge models. A creamy mix, moderate compressive strength, and superior outward hardness are all characteristics of this unique formula.

• All-purpose model stone
• Smooth, strong casts
• Low expansion (0.12%) for accuracy

Indication for use: full or partial denture models; flasking; basing crown and bridge models

Sizes:  25lb, 50lb

*Metric units available for international customers. Please inquire.

SETTING TIME: 13-15 min
WATER/POWDER RATIO: 30ml:100g
COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH: 9,000 psi
EXPANSION: 0.12%

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Tecstone™ FL – Flowable Type 3 Dental Stone

This unique new product from Garreco is specifically designed for basing crown & bridge models. Tecstone FL – Flowable pours into base formers without vibration and yields a bubble-free base. Tecstone FL – Flowable far exceeds the strength of conventional basestones while offering a dense, smooth result. Accuracy is also addressed by a low expansion.

• Perfect flowable stone
• Bubble free
• Smooth models

Indication for use: basing crown and bridge models

Sizes:  25lb, 50lb*

*Metric units available for international customers. Please inquire.

SETTING TIME: 9-11 min
WATER/POWDER RATIO: 23ml:100g
COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH: 12,500 psi
EXPANSION: 0.08%

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Fastone™ Type 3 Dental Stone

This dental stone offers the same unique characteristics as our Tecstone product, with a faster setting time. Fastone is used for full or partial denture models, denture flasking procedures, and recommended for use in basing crown and bridge models.

• All-purpose model stone
• Smooth, strong casts
• Low expansion (0.12%) for accuracy

Indication for use: full or partial denture models, denture flasking procedures, basing crown and bridge models

Sizes:  25lb, 50lb, 10kg, 25kg

*Metric units available for international customers. Please inquire.

SETTING TIME: 10-12 min
WATER/POWDER RATIO: 30ml:100g
COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH: 9,000 psi
EXPANSION: 0.12%

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Labstone Type 3 Dental Stone

The “work horse” of the gypsum family. Designed for ultimate versatility. Labstone is recommended for use in models and flasking, in the production of full or partial dentures, and in basing crown and bridge models. Creamy mix, moderate compressive strength, and superior outward hardness, are all characteristics of this unique formula.

• All-purpose model stone
• Smooth, strong casts
• Low expansion (0.12%) for accuracy

Indication for use: full or partial denture models, denture flasking procedures, basing crown and bridge models

Sizes:  25lb, 50lb

*Metric units available for international customers. Please inquire.

SETTING TIME: 11-14 min
WATER/POWDER RATIO: 30ml:100g
COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH: 8,500 psi
EXPANSION: 0.12%

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Flask It™ Type 3 Dental Stone

The newest member of the base stone family, Flask It allows the technician to make the 2nd and 3rd pours during flasking without vibration. The result is an exceptionally smooth surface which greatly reduces air pockets, bubbles, and valuable time spent removing gypsum around teeth and under-cut areas. This is a must-try for all denture labs.

• Smooth mixing
• Low expansion (0.09%)
• Excellent working characteristics

Indication for use: Flasking procedures

Sizes:  25lb, 50lb

*Metric units available for international customers. Please inquire.

SETTING TIME: 9-12 min
WATER/POWDER RATIO: 33ml:100g
COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH: 9,000 psi
EXPANSION: 0.09%

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Mounting Stone™ Type 3 Dental Stone

A high strength, fast setting, low expansion, articulating stone. Originally developed for implant cases where a low expansion articulating material is desired. Many professionals choose Mounting Stone as a rapid setting alternative material for denture models and crown and bridge bases.

• All-purpose model stone
• Smooth, strong casts
• Low expansion (0.09%) for accuracy

Indication for use: full or partial denture models; flasking; basing crown and bridge models

Sizes:  25lb, 50lb

*Metric units available for international customers. Please inquire.

SETTING TIME: 3-5 min
WATER/POWDER RATIO: 30ml:100g
COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH: 9,000 psi
EXPANSION: 0.09%

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Flasking Stone Type 3 Dental Stone

Flasking Stone is a moderate strength, low expansion stone, formulated for denture flasking procedures. Allows rapid heat transfer during boil-out, while maintaining optimum strength during packing. Divests quickly and easily.

• Divests quickly
• Rapid heat transfer

Indication for use: basing crown and bridge models

Sizes:  25lb, 50lb

*Metric units available for international customers. Please inquire.

SETTING TIME: 15-18 min
WATER/POWDER RATIO: 35ml:100g
COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH: 6,500 psi
EXPANSION: 0.12%

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Orthoplaster Type 3 Dental Stone

Orthoplaster is a high strength plaster designed for orthodontic applications. Orthoplaster combines smooth mixing, low expansion and ample setting time. Contains special whitening additives for a brilliant white color.

• Super white
• Regular or fast set

Indication for use: Orthodontic applications.

Sizes:  25lb, 50lb

*Metric units available for international customers. Please inquire.

SETTING TIME: 10-13 min (regular); 6-9 min (fast)
WATER/POWDER RATIO: 35ml:100g
COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH: 6,500 psi
EXPANSION: 0.12%

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Orthostone Type 3 Dental Stone

OrthoStone exhibits the strength and accuracy of a quality base stone, plus special additives resulting in a brilliant white color. The superior color, working properties, and hardness make this the product of choice for those
specializing in orthodontics.

• Super white
• Ideal hardness
• Industry leader

Indication for use: Orthodontic procedures.

Sizes:  25lb, 50lb

*Metric units available for international customers. Please inquire.

SETTING TIME: 13-15 min
WATER/POWDER RATIO: 30ml:100g
COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH: 9,000 psi
EXPANSION: 0.12%

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Pristine® Type 3 Dental Stone

With a broad range of applications, Pristine Type 3 dental stone may be used for full and partial denture models, denture flasking procedures, and for basing crown and bridge models. Has a fresh, clean scent to mask odors picked up by impression materials which can be transferred to working models. Comes in stackable pails with flip top re-closable lid and a convenient scoop.

• Fast set time
• Fresh, clean scent
• Scoop in each container
• Moderate expansion (0.12%)

Indication for use: Gypsum designed for dental office applications

Sizes:  25lb

*Metric units available for international customers. Please inquire.

SETTING TIME: 8-10 min
WATER/POWDER RATIO: 30ml:100g
COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH: 9,000 psi
EXPANSION: 0.12%

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