A wax bite registration was taken from a patient and sent to the dental laboratory along with the patient's final impression, for fabrication of a three-unit bridge. The dental laboratory technician called and said the wax bite registration that was sent was damaged during delivery. The technician needs a new bite registration from the patient. What other material can be used to ensure the bite registration will not be damaged during delivery?
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