Mixing pads and slabs can be used for hand-mixing most dental materials. Slabs are typically made of glass coated with a nonstick surface and backed with a non-skid base. Disposable pads are usually covered with a waterproof, nonstick overlay.
Table 1: Comparison of Mixing Pads
| Product Name | Package Quantity | Overall Width | Overall Height | Price | Manufacturer Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixing Pads – 21 Sheets/Pad Large | 1/Pkg | 7″ | 8″ | $19.99 | KERR CORPORATION |
| Nonslip Mixing Pads Medium | 4/Pkg | 3-1/4″ | 5-1/8″ | $12.49 | PENTRON CLINICAL TECHNOLOGIES |
| Small Mixing Pad | 1/Pkg | 1.65″ | 2.58″ | $8.99 | KURARAY AMERICA INC |
| Glass Mixing Slabs Clear | 1/Pkg | 6″ | 3/4″ | $16.99 | GROBET FILE CO OF AMERICA INC |
| Mixing Pads – No. 20 | 5/Pkg | 3″ | 4″ | $10.19 | GC AMERICA INC |
| Patterson® Poly Mixing Pads | 100/Pkg | – | – | $59.99 | – |
| Cement Mixing Pads | 1 Pad/60 Sheets | 2.5″ | – | $26.99 | 3M COMPANY |
| Impression Mixing Pads Extra Large | 1/Pkg | 6″ | 9-1/2″ | $24.99 | 3M COMPANY |
| Sure-Sta Mixing Pads | 8/Pkg | 3″ | – | $19.99 | PALMERO HEALTHCARE LLC |
| Universal Silicone Mixing Pad | 25/Pkg | – | – | $44.99 | HERAEUS KULZER INC |
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1. Kerr Mixing Pads
Mixing Pads are used for mixing impression materials.
Brand: Permlastic™
Dimensions: 7″ W x 8″ H
Manufacturer Name: KERR CORPORATION
Overall Height: 8″
Overall Width: 7″
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
Product Type: Mixing Pad
2. Paterson Nonslip Mixing Pads
Each Mix Pad sheet is plastic coated on both sides, with nonslip, waterproof backing compatible with all dental materials.
- No penetration of material from one sheet to the next
- Each pad contains 40 sheets
- Available in full packages only
Dimensions: 3-1/4″ W x 5-1/8″ H
Manufacturer Name: PENTRON CLINICAL TECHNOLOGIES
Material: Plastic
Overall Height: 5-1/8″
Overall Width: 3-1/4″
Package Quantity: 4/Pkg
Product Type: Mixing Pad
Surface Type: Nonslip
3. Kuraray Small Mixing Pad
Mixing Pad is used for mixing impression materials.
Dimensions: 1.65″ W x 2.58″ H
Manufacturer Name: KURARAY AMERICA INC
Overall Height: 2.58″
Overall Width: 1.65″
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
Product Type: Mixing Pad
4. Grobet Glass Mixing Slabs
Dixon Glass Slabs are used for mixing dental products.
Color: Clear
Dimensions: 6″ W x 3/4″ H x 3″ L
Manufacturer Name: GROBET FILE CO OF AMERICA INC
Material: Glass
Overall Height: 3/4″
Overall Width: 6″
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
Product Type: Mixing Slab
5. GC America Mixing Pads
Mixing Pads are used as a surface on which to combine liquid and powder when creating a restorative cement.
Dimensions: 3″ W x 4″ H
Manufacturer Name: GC AMERICA INC
Overall Height: 4″
Overall Width: 3″
Package Quantity: 5/Pkg
Product Type: Mixing Pad
6. Patterson® Poly Mixing Pads
Patterson® Poly Mixing Pads with Nonskid Foam Base can be used for cement, composites, rubber base materials, and silicates.
Extra heavy with polyethylene coating
Choose from 3 sizes for all your mixing needs
Made in the USA
7. 3M Cement Mixing Pads
Cement Mixing Pads provide a surface for hand-mixing dental materials.
- Tear-off, disposable coated sheets allow for easy hand-mixing of dental materials
- Individual mixing sheets are discarded after use for fast and easy cleanup
Dimensions: 2.5″ W x 3.5″ L
Manufacturer Name: 3M COMPANY
Overall Width: 2.5″
Package Quantity: 1 Pad/60 Sheets
Product Type: Mixing Pad
Reusability: Disposable
8. Impression Mixing Pads by 3M Company
Impression Mixing Pads are tear-off, disposable coated sheets that allow for easy hand mixing of dental materials. Individual mixing sheets are simply discarded after use, for fast and easy cleanup.
Dimensions: 6″ W x 9-1/2″ L
Manufacturer Name: 3M COMPANY
Old Manufacturer #: 70181
Overall Width: 6″
Package Quantity: 1/Pkg
Product Type: Mixing Pad
Reusability: Disposable
9. Sure-Sta Mixing Pads
Sure-Sta Mixing Pads feature a nonskid foam base and are used for mixing dental materials. The laminated front surface makes the pads tear-resistant and impervious to solutions.
Brand: Sure-Sta
Color: White
Dimensions: 3″ W x 3″ L
Manufacturer Name: PALMERO HEALTHCARE LLC
Overall Width: 3″
Package Quantity: 8/Pkg
Product Type: Mixing Pad
Surface Type: Nonslip
10. Heraeus Kulzer Universal Silicone Mixing Pad
Universal Silicone Mixing Pad is used for mixing impression materials.
Manufacturer Name: HERAEUS KULZER INC
Material: Silicone
Package Quantity: 25/Pkg
Product Type: Mixing Pad
Table 2: Comparison of Product Features
| Product Name | Product Type | Material | Surface Type | Dimensions | Manufacturer Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixing Pads – 21 Sheets/Pad Large | Mixing Pad | – | – | 7″ x 8″ | KERR CORPORATION |
| Nonslip Mixing Pads Medium | Mixing Pad | Plastic | Nonslip | 3-1/4″ x 5-1/8″ | PENTRON CLINICAL TECHNOLOGIES |
| Small Mixing Pad | Mixing Pad | – | – | 1.65″ x 2.58″ | KURARAY AMERICA INC |
| Glass Mixing Slabs Clear | Mixing Slab | Glass | – | 6″ x 3/4″ x 3″ | GROBET FILE CO OF AMERICA INC |
| Mixing Pads – No. 20 | Mixing Pad | – | – | 3″ x 4″ | GC AMERICA INC |
| Patterson® Poly Mixing Pads | Mixing Pad | Polyethylene | Nonskid foam base | – | – |
| Cement Mixing Pads | Mixing Pad | – | – | 2-1/2″ x 3-1/2″ | 3M COMPANY |
