Table 1: Comparison of Numbers
| Product Name | Set Time (Super Fast / Fast / Regular) | Work Time | Intraoral Set Time | Hardness | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Patterson® High Performance (HP) Bite Registration | 30 sec / 45 sec / 2 min | – | – | – | – |
| Blu-Mousse® VPS Bite Registration Material | – | – | – | 85-durometer | – |
| Genie® Bite Registration Material | 60 sec / 90 sec | – | – | Rock-hard | – |
| Regisil® 2X™ VPS Bite Registration Material Cartridge System Refill Pack | – | – | – | – | – |
| Patterson® Clear Bite Registration | – | 1:00 min | 1:00 min | – | – |
| Defend® Bite Registration Material | – | – | – | 80+ durometer | – |
| Imprint™ 4 Bite Registration Material Cartridge | – | – | 60 sec | – | – |
| Jet Bite Registration Material | 70 sec / 20 sec / 50 sec | – | – | – | – |
| Exabite™ II NDS Bite Registration Creme | – | – | 45 sec or less | Higher strength and hardness | – |
| Regisil® Rigid Super Fast Set Refill | Super fast set (30 sec) | 30 sec | 30 sec | Rigid final set | – |
1. Patterson® High Performance (HP)
Product Description
Patterson® High Performance (HP) Bite Registration is a mousse-like vinyl polysiloxane (VPS) material designed to accurately capture occlusal relationships. Engineered for superior handling and precision, it offers multiple set times to meet various procedural needs—making it an ideal tool for both fast-paced and detailed dental workflows.
Product Overview
This VPS-based bite registration material sets intraorally and is available in three setting speeds: Super Fast Set (30 seconds), Fast Set (45 seconds), and Regular Set (2 minutes). It delivers consistent, distortion-free results and is proudly made in the USA.
Key Features
- Mousse-like consistency for easy application and precise bite capture
- Made with vinyl polysiloxane (VPS) for dimensional stability
- Intraoral setting times:
– Super Fast Set: 30 seconds
– Fast Set: 45 seconds
– Regular Set: 2 minutes - Delivers accurate, distortion-free occlusal records
- Made in the USA for quality assurance
Common Applications
- Recording bite registration for crown, bridge, and prosthetic procedures
- Capturing accurate occlusal relationships in restorative dentistry
- Use in fast or extended procedures with variable set times
- High-precision diagnostic modeling
Technical Specifications
Brand: Patterson® High Performance (HP)
Manufacturer: Patterson Dental Supply
Product Type: Bite Registration Material
Material: Vinyl Polysiloxane (VPS)
Consistency: Mousse-like
Set Times: 30 sec (Super Fast), 45 sec (Fast), 2 min (Regular)
Country of Origin: USA
Package Quantity: Varies by configuration
Customer Ratings
Rating: 4.9 out of 5 (Based on verified reviews)
Customer Feedback
- Incredibly fast and reliable set times
- Easy to apply and trim
- Great accuracy with no distortion
- Consistently dependable for all occlusal registrations
2. Blu-Mousse® VPS by Parkell Products Inc
Product Description
Blu-Mousse® VPS by Parkell Products Inc is a high-performance vinyl polysiloxane (VPS) bite registration material that delivers exceptional accuracy and stability. Designed for both traditional and digital workflows, Blu-Mousse sets to a plaster-like hardness, offering durability and detail retention for superior occlusal records.
Product Overview
With a durometer hardness of 85, Blu-Mousse resists distortion and trimming errors while maintaining its form under pressure. Its thixotropic (no-slump) consistency allows it to stay where placed, making it highly dependable for a variety of bite registration techniques.
Key Features
- Made from premium vinyl polysiloxane (VPS)
- 85-durometer hardness for plaster-like rigidity
- Thixotropic (no-slump) formula ensures stable placement
- Excellent accuracy for detailed occlusal recording
- Compatible with conventional and digital impression techniques
Common Applications
- Traditional bite registration procedures
- Digital impression workflows requiring high stability
- Capturing accurate occlusal relationships for restorative and prosthetic planning
- Use in fixed and removable dental prosthodontics
Technical Specifications
Brand: Blu-Mousse®
Manufacturer: Parkell Products Inc
Product Type: Bite Registration Material
Material: Vinyl Polysiloxane (VPS)
Hardness: 85 Durometer
Consistency: Thixotropic (no-slump)
Compatibility: Conventional and digital impressions
Package Quantity: Varies by supplier
Customer Ratings
Rating: 4.9 out of 5 (Based on verified reviews)
Customer Feedback
- Extremely accurate and stable under pressure
- Great for trimming and digital scanning
- Stays exactly where it’s placed
- Ideal for both traditional and modern workflows
3. Genie® by Sultan Healthcare Inc
Product Description
Genie® Bite by Sultan Healthcare Inc is a vinyl polysiloxane bite registration material with a light mousse consistency, engineered to stay precisely where applied without slumping. Once set, it becomes rock-hard, delivering reliable, detailed impressions that resist compression and flex during model mounting.
Product Overview
Genie® Bite is ideal for accurate bite registration and can also be used as a quick die for temporary inlays and onlays. Its dual-port cartridge design minimizes the risk of clogs and cross-contamination between base and catalyst. Available in two set speeds—Super Fast Set (60 seconds) and Fast Set (90 seconds)—it trims quickly and cleanly for efficient workflow.
Key Features
- Light mousse consistency stays in place on occlusal surfaces
- Sets rock-hard for accurate, compression-resistant results
- Excellent detail retention without flexing during mounting
- Dual-port cartridge prevents clogging and cross-contamination
- Can be used for temporary inlay/onlay dies
- Easy to trim for streamlined model work
- Super Fast Set: 60 seconds; Fast Set: 90 seconds
Common Applications
- Bite registration for crown and bridge procedures
- Model mounting with precise occlusal records
- Fabrication of temporary inlays and onlays
- Any application requiring detailed, stable VPS impressions
Technical Specifications
Brand: Genie® Bite
Manufacturer: Sultan Healthcare Inc
Product Type: Bite Registration Material
Material: Vinyl Polysiloxane (VPS)
Consistency: Light mousse
Set Times: Super Fast – 60 sec, Fast – 90 sec
Cartridge Type: Dual-port to prevent cross-contamination
Hardness: Rock-hard after set
Trimability: Fast and easy
Package Quantity: Varies by supplier
Customer Ratings
Rating: 4.9 out of 5 (Based on verified reviews)
Customer Feedback
- Excellent stability and easy application
- Dual-port cartridge is super convenient
- Great for temporary restoration work
- Fast-setting without sacrificing accuracy
4. Regisil® 2X™ VPS
Product Description
Regisil® 2X™ is a vinyl polysiloxane (VPS) bite registration material engineered for the precise capture of interocclusal relationships. Designed to deliver high accuracy with minimal resistance, it helps ensure accurate centric relation records while supporting easy and reproducible model articulation.
Product Overview
With just the right amount of elasticity, Regisil® 2X™ conforms to convex tooth surfaces without distorting or interfering with closure. Its formulation provides minimal resistance during jaw closure, reducing the likelihood of mandibular deviation and enhancing the consistency of clinical outcomes for both dentists and lab technicians.
Key Features
- VPS-based material for interocclusal bite registration
- Provides accurate occlusal detail with slight elasticity
- Minimizes resistance during jaw closure to reduce deviation
- Easy to trim and seat models
- Aids in producing reproducible and reliable centric relation records
- Ideal for both in-office use and lab workflows
Common Applications
- Interocclusal bite registration for restorative procedures
- Capturing centric relation records for dentures and fixed restorations
- Lab articulation with accurate, easily seated models
- Recording bite without distorting mandibular closure path
Technical Specifications
Brand: Regisil® 2X™
Manufacturer: (Manufacturer details may vary by distributor)
Product Type: Bite Registration Material
Material: Vinyl Polysiloxane (VPS)
Elasticity: Slight for accurate seating
Resistance to Closure: Minimal
Application: Interocclusal records, centric relation
Package Quantity: Varies by configuration
Customer Ratings
Rating: 4.8 out of 5 (Based on verified reviews)
Customer Feedback
- Very accurate and consistent every time
- Great balance of firmness and flexibility
- Makes mounting in the lab easy
- Helps reduce occlusal errors due to jaw deviation
5. Patterson® Clear
Product Description
Patterson® Clear Bite Registration is a transparent vinyl polysiloxane material designed for both bite registration and use as a matrix material in the fabrication of temporary restorations. Its clear formulation allows light to pass through, making it ideal for procedures requiring intraoral light curing.
Product Overview
This dual-purpose material offers a balanced work time and rapid intraoral set time—both just 1 minute—supporting efficient chairside workflows. Its transparency enhances visibility and polymerization during curing, and it is proudly made in the USA to ensure consistent quality and performance.
Key Features
- Transparent material allows light transmission for curing
- Ideal for bite registration and temporary matrix use
- Work time: 1 minute
- Intraoral set time: 1 minute
- Excellent for direct techniques requiring visibility during curing
- Made in the USA
Common Applications
- Bite registration for crowns, bridges, and other restorative work
- Matrix material for fabricating temporary restorations
- Procedures requiring light curing through the matrix
- Fast, efficient clinical workflows
Technical Specifications
Brand: Patterson® Clear
Manufacturer: Patterson Dental Supply
Product Type: Bite Registration / Matrix Material
Material: Vinyl Polysiloxane (VPS)
Transparency: Clear (light-curing compatible)
Work Time: 1 minute
Intraoral Set Time: 1 minute
Country of Origin: USA
Package Quantity: Varies by configuration
Customer Ratings
Rating: 4.8 out of 5 (Based on verified reviews)
Customer Feedback
- Great for use with curing lights
- Sets fast and trims cleanly
- Perfect clarity for matrix applications
- Consistent results for temporaries and occlusion
6. Defend® by Mydent International
Product Description
Defend® Bite Registration Material by Mydent International is a mousse-like, thixotropic VPS material designed for accurate bite registrations, transfer copying, and primary impressions using bite trays. Its unique consistency allows for excellent flow without sagging, making it a dependable choice for precision and ease of use.
Product Overview
Formulated with an 80+ durometer for optimal hardness, Defend® offers excellent stability once set. Its thixotropic nature ensures it stays where placed, while still flowing smoothly under pressure to capture fine occlusal detail. The fluffy, mousse-like texture provides comfort during intraoral use without compromising accuracy.
Key Features
- Mousse-like, thixotropic vinyl polysiloxane (VPS) material
- 80+ durometer for reliable hardness and dimensional stability
- Flows easily without running or sagging
- Suitable for bite registrations, copying transfers, and use with bite trays
- Maintains form and accuracy during model mounting
Common Applications
- Bite registration for restorative procedures
- Transfer copying in prosthodontics and implantology
- Primary impressions using bite trays
- Applications requiring stable, high-detail occlusal records
Technical Specifications
Brand: Defend®
Manufacturer: Mydent International
Product Type: Bite Registration Material
Material: Vinyl Polysiloxane (VPS)
Consistency: Mousse-like, thixotropic
Hardness: 80+ durometer
Flow Properties: High flow, non-slumping
Application Uses: Bite registration, transfers, primary impressions
Package Quantity: Varies by supplier
Customer Ratings
Rating: 4.7 out of 5 (Based on verified reviews)
Customer Feedback
- Doesn’t sag or run—stays exactly where it’s placed
- Excellent flow and fine detail capture
7. Imprint™ 4
Product Description
Imprint™ 4 is a high-performance VPS (vinyl polysiloxane) bite registration material designed for fast, precise, and comfortable bite impressions. Its superior flow and quick setting properties make it ideal for efficient clinical workflows.
Product Overview
Engineered with an advanced formula, Imprint™ 4 offers excellent flow without slumping, preventing lock-in around undercuts or between teeth. Once set, it provides the ideal balance of rigidity and trim-ability, making adjustments easy and accurate. Its short intraoral setting time enhances patient comfort and speeds up the procedure.
Key Features
- Excellent flow with no-slump consistency
- Prevents locking into undercuts or interdental spaces
- Intraoral setting time of just 60 seconds
- High material hardness and low flexibility after setting
- Easy to cut, trim, and reposition as needed
Common Applications
- Bite registration for fixed and removable prosthodontics
- Occlusal analysis and articulation
- Use with implants and crown/bridge cases
Technical Specifications
Manufacturer: 3M
Material Type: Vinyl Polysiloxane (VPS)
Setting Time (Intraoral): 60 seconds
Consistency: No-slump
Flexibility: Low after setting
Package Quantity: Varies by distributor (typically includes cartridges or syringes)
Customer Ratings
Rating: 4.7 out of 5 (based on verified reviews)
Customer Feedback
- ncredibly fast setting—patients love the comfort.
- Flows perfectly without locking into tough areas.
- Cuts cleanly for accurate lab work.
8. Jet Bite
Product Description
Jet Bite Fast by Coltène/Whaledent is a vinyl polysiloxane bite registration material designed for exceptional accuracy and ease of use. With a mousse-like consistency and high dimensional stability, it provides a precise occlusal fit without resistance or rebound, ensuring reliable results in one attempt.
Product Overview
Ideal for both clinicians and dental technicians, Jet Bite Fast offers excellent handling with a total working time of 70 seconds. Its set material is rock-hard yet not brittle, allowing easy trimming and grinding without distortion. The fast setting time minimizes chairside adjustments and helps streamline restorative workflows.
Key Features
- Smooth mousse-like consistency for effortless jaw closure
- No rebound or resistance during bite registration
- High dimensional stability for distortion-free results
- Oral setting time: minimum 50 seconds
- Working time: up to 20 seconds
- Total working and setting time: 70 seconds
- Easy to grind, cut, and trim
- Not brittle after setting
- Reduces occlusal adjustments
Common Applications
- Bite registration for crown, bridge, and implant procedures
- Accurate occlusal records for model mounting
- Use in cases requiring minimal distortion and quick handling
Technical Specifications
Brand: Jet Bite Fast
Manufacturer: Coltène/Whaledent
Product Type: Bite Registration Material
Material: Vinyl Polysiloxane (VPS)
Consistency: Smooth mousse-like
Working Time: Max. 20 seconds
Oral Setting Time: Min. 50 seconds
Total Working Time: 70 seconds
Trimability: Easy to cut and grind
Hardness: Rock-hard, non-brittle after setting
Package Quantity: Varies by distributor
Customer Ratings
Rating: 4.8 out of 5 (Based on verified reviews)
Customer Feedback
- Flows beautifully and delivers accurate occlusion every time.
- “Trims easily without chipping—great for lab work.
- “Saves time with minimal adjustments post-placemen
9. Exabite™ II NDS by GC America
Exabite™ II NDS
Product Description
Exabite™ II NDS by GC America is a vinyl polysiloxane bite registration material specifically developed for precise occlusal records. This advanced addition-cure formula sets rapidly and offers enhanced hardness and strength, making it ideal for efficient bite registration with long-lasting dimensional accuracy.
Product Overview
Designed with clinician convenience in mind, Exabite™ II NDS features a smooth, easy-to-extrude consistency that ensures precise placement without drag or resistance. Its fast-set formulation solidifies in 45 seconds or less, reducing chair time while still delivering stable and accurate bite impressions. The hardened material is strong enough for clean trimming and ensures minimal distortion during model mounting.
Key Features
- Fast-setting formula — sets in 45 seconds or less
- High strength and hardness for distortion-free results
- Easy to extrude and apply with standard dispensing systems
- Maintains shape and detail for accurate occlusal registration
- Suitable for clean trimming without flaking or cracking
Common Applications
- Bite registration for crowns, bridges, and implants
- Occlusal records for articulation
- Situations requiring fast turnaround and high material strength
Technical Specifications
Brand: Exabite™ II NDS
Manufacturer: GC America
Product Type: Bite Registration Material
Material: Vinyl Polysiloxane (VPS)
Setting Time: 45 seconds or less
Consistency: Smooth, easily extrudable creme
Hardness: High post-set hardness
Trimability: Excellent – cuts cleanly
Package Quantity: Varies by supplier
Customer Ratings
Rating: 4.9 out of 5 (Based on verified reviews)
Customer Feedback
- “Extremely fast and accurate—ideal for quick occlusal checks.”
- “Trims easily and holds its shape well.”
- “No distortion, even with delayed model pouring.”
10. Regisil® Rigid
Product Description
Regisil® Rigid is a vinyl polysiloxane bite registration material with a mousse-like consistency, designed for efficient occlusal recording. Its cartridge system ensures smooth, consistent delivery while minimizing cross-contamination between base and catalyst components.
Product Overview
Engineered for speed and accuracy, Regisil® Rigid offers a light, stackable viscosity that holds its shape and stays in place during occlusion. With a super-fast set time—30 seconds to work and 30 seconds to set—it supports quick procedures without compromising precision. Its rigid final set provides dependable records for articulation and mounting.
Key Features
- Mousse-like, stackable consistency for precise placement
- Rigid final set for stable occlusal records
- Super-fast setting: 30-second working time and 30-second set time
- Cartridge delivery system prevents cross-contamination
- Easy to use with standard dispensing guns
Common Applications
- Bite registration for restorative and prosthetic procedures
- Occlusal records for articulation and model mounting
- Time-sensitive procedures requiring quick set materials
Technical Specifications
Brand: Regisil® Rigid
Manufacturer: Dentsply Sirona
Product Type: Bite Registration Material
Material: Vinyl Polysiloxane (VPS)
Consistency: Mousse-like, stackable
Working Time: 30 seconds
Set Time: 30 seconds
Hardness: Rigid after setting
Delivery System: Cartridge-based
Package Quantity: Varies by supplier
Customer Ratings
Rating: 4.8 out of 5 (Based on verified reviews)
Customer Feedback
- Perfect for fast procedures—no distortion or slump.
- Sets quickly and stays rigid for accurate models.
- Easy to dispense and reliable under pressure.
Table 2: Comparison of Features
| Product Name | Material Type | Flavor | Exceptional Accuracy | Thixotropic Consistency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Patterson® High Performance (HP) Bite Registration | VPS | Flavored | – | – |
| Blu-Mousse® VPS Bite Registration Material | VPS | – | Exceptional accuracy | Dependable, no-slump (thixotropic) consistency |
| Genie® Bite Registration Material | Bite registration material | Mint flavored | – | Light mousse consistency, stays where you put it without slumping |
| Regisil® 2X™ VPS Bite Registration Material Cartridge System Refill Pack | VPS | – | Accurate interocclusal records of bite registration, enabling the dentist and lab technician to easily seat models with a slight amount of elasticity | Minimizes interferences from convex tooth surfaces |
| Patterson® Clear Bite Registration | Bite registration material | Unflavored | – | Transparent, allowing light to pass through for curing purposes |
| Defend® Bite Registration Material | VPS | – | – | Mousse-like and Thixotropic, fluffy vinyl polysiloxane material |
| Imprint™ 4 Bite Registration Material Cartridge | VPS | – | – | Great flow properties and no-slump consistency that does not lock into undercuts or interdental areas |
| Jet Bite Registration Material | – | – | – | Smooth mousse-like consistency – no resistance to closure, no rebound |
| Exabite™ II NDS Bite Registration Creme | Vinyl polysiloxane impression material | – | Significant handling and accuracy advances, extrudes easier and sets hard very quickly | – |
| Regisil® Rigid Super Fast Set Refill | Impression material | – | – | Mousse-like impression material that records bite characteristics |
