Abstract: A photoinitiator composition that includes (a) 1-aryl-2-alkyl-1,2-ethanedione and (b) a rigid 1,2-dione in a weight ratio of (a):(b) in a range of about 1:20 to about 20:1 is disclosed. The photoinitiator composition can be used in a photocurable dental composition in an amount sufficient to achieve a degree of double-bond conversion of at least 50%. Methods for making the photocurable dental composition are also disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention provides hydrophilically modified curable silicone dental impression materials comprising an addition curable silicone prepolymer composition and a polymerizable hydrophilic modifier. The addition curable silicone prepolymer in the composition of the present invention comprises blended vinyl terminated organopolysiloxane fluids, an organohydrogen polysiloxane crosslinker, a platinum catalyst, a retarder, filler and optional additives. The cured compositions have a stable hydrophilic nature, excellent mechanical properties, and maximum long-term dimensional stability.

Abstract: Photopolymerizable compositions that include free radically active and cationically active functional groups, and methods for polymerizing such compositions, in which the onset of cationic polymerization is controllably delayed to extend the time between formation of a moldable gel and formation of a hardened solid.

Abstract: Disclosed are fluorinated materials for use in dental uses and non-dental uses, e.g., adhesives or coatings. Multifunctional monomers and prepolymers with pendant (meth)acrylate groups were prepared from epoxide ring-opening reactions. Resins based on the fluorinated monomers and prepolymers with diluent comonomers, were photocured as composites with particulate fillers. Fluorine contents of the prepolymers ranged from 15 to 65%. Composites with high transverse strength (up to 120 MPa), low water sorption (as low as 0.11 mass %) and extremely low polymerization shrinkage (as low as 3.4% by volume) were obtained. The fluorinated resins may be employed to produce hydrophobic dental composite materials with high strength and low polymerization shrinkage.

Abstract: A flexible intra-oral bandage and kit thereof including an hydrolyzable powder/water-wettable fiber mixture enclosed in a flexible, water-permeable, non-stick envelope. The envelope is immersed in water or medication so that the liquid is absorbed through the envelope to wet the hydrolyzable powder/water-wettable fiber mixture and form a moldable tacky gel. The envelope is then removed from the gel and the gel is manually molded and placed in a desired location in a patient's oral cavity. The kit can also be used as a drug delivery system to deliver medication to a patient through the oral cavity.

Abstract: The invention relates to impression compositions based on vulcanizable pother materials, which are characterized in that the ready-mixed pastes comprisea) approx. 30 to 70 wt. % of aziridino-polyether,b) approx. 5 to 20 wt. % of a triacyl glyceride of non-animal origin which has a stearoyl content of .gtoreq.70 wt. %, based on the acyl content of the triacyl glyceride, or, in the case of a lower stearoyl content and if this adversely influences the storage stability of the impression composition, has been esterified in itself beforehand, andc) approx. 10 to 65 wt. % of customary catalysts, auxiliaries and additives,in each case based on the total weight of the composition.The impression compositions are distinguished by consistently good mechanical properties of the polymerized materials, have a comparatively low proportion of aziridino-polyether, which has a favourable effect on their preparation costs, and can easily be mixed.

Abstract: A monophase silicone impression composition which crosslinks by an addition reaction, includes the following components:(a) organopolysiloxanes with at least two unsaturated groups in the molecule,(b) organohydrogenpolysiloxanes with at least 2 SiH groups in the molecule,(c) optionally, organopolysiloxane without reactive groups,(d) a platinum catalyst,(e) a hydrophilizing agent,(f) diatomaceous earth,(g) a filler, and(h) optionally further customary additives, auxiliaries and dyestuffs, the amount of component (f) is 8 to 25 wt. %, based on the total weight of the cured composition, and the composition has a Shore hardness A to be determined in accordance with DIN 53505, of less than 45--measured after 30 minutes--, and a viscosity, determined in accordance with ISO 4823, of 31 to 39 mm. The impression composition is suitable for the production of provisional bridges and crowns.

Abstract: The invention relates to dental materials based on wax-like polymerizable substances. The dental materials contain (a) 0 to 70 wt. % of at least one polymerizable monomer and/or oligomer; (b) 0.1 to 5 wt. % of at least one polymerization initiator; (c) 0 to 60 wt. % of one or more fillers, (d) at least 20 wt. % of the wax-like polymerizable substance. They can be kneaded at room temperature and can be modelled in non-polymerized state without additional heating, like conventional waxes. On polymerization, the wax component is covalently incorporated into the polymer. The dental materials are suitable for producing temporary and permanent dental prostheses.

Abstract: An impression composition which is based on an aziridine-free composition which can be vulcanized at room temperature, and which comprises wax is provided according to the invention. The wax increases the dimensional stability of the composition during mixing and curing. The invention furthermore provides a kit for the preparation of such compositions and a process for the preparation of the wax-containing components of these kits. The wax is dispersed throughout the composition and is prepared by shock-cooling. The wax forms a crystalline network.

Abstract: Polymerizable and hydrolyzable vinylcyclopropane silanes and in particular silicic acid condensates which can be prepared therefrom are described, which exhibit only a low volume shrinkage on polymerization and produce polymers with high mechanical strength and therefore can be used above all as dental material or a constituent thereof.

Abstract: Improved very high viscosity (putty) two component polymerizable polyorganosiloxane composition for use in making dental impressions, having improved tear strength, handling and wettability. Improved tear strength results from inclusion of a quadri-functional polysiloxane having a vinyl content of 0.16 to 0.24 m-mole/g. Working time is maintained by including sufficient amounts of a retarder composition that delays onset of the vinyl polymerization. Handling is improved by the addition of a very high viscosity linear vinyl terminated polydimethylsiloxane which reduces tackiness and improves the shelf stability. Wettability is improved by including a surfactant resulting in a surface contact angle with water at three minutes of less than 50.degree.. The surfactant chosen has an HLB of 8-11, such that the wetting contact angle is achieved within less than two minutes and remains wetting throughout the working time of the impression taking, substantially improving the impression making process.

Abstract: A room temperature curable organopolysiloxane composition including: (A) 100 parts by weight of a diorganopolysiloxane represented by the general formula (1):HO?Si(R.sup.1).sub.2 O!.sub.n H (1)wherein R.sup.1 represents a substituted or unsubstituted monovalent hydrocarbon group, and n is an integer of 15 or more;(B) from 0.1 part by weight to 20 parts by weight of an organosilane, or a partially hydrolyzed product thereof, represented by the general formula (2):(R.sup.2).sub.m S(OR.sup.2).sub.4-m (2)wherein R.sup.2 's each independently represent a substituted or unsubstituted monovalent hydrocarbon group, and m is 0, 1 or 2;(C) from 0.01 part by weight to 10 parts by weight of a curing catalyst;(D) from 20 parts by weight to 600 parts by weight of a magnesium silicate; and(E) from 5 parts by weight to 80 parts by weight of a paraffin type aliphatic hydrocarbon which is liquid or semi-solid at room temperature. This composition can be rapidly cured, even after a long-term storage.

Abstract: A catalyst/cross-linking agent composition, containing at least onea) vinyltrialkoxysilane as cross-linking agent,b) dialkyltin oxide as catalyst,c) optional organic acid for the control of the reaction time,d) optional inert solvent, ande) optional dye or colored pigment,is especially useful for condensation/cross-linking of polysiloxanes, such as OH-endstopped polydimethylsiloxane, in making moldings. Especially useful for impression taking in the dental field.

Abstract: A dental impression silicone composition comprising: (A) 100 parts by weight of an organopolysiloxane having at least two aliphatic unsaturated hydrocarbons in one molecule; (B) from 0.1 to 30 parts by weight of an organohydrogen polysiloxane having at least three hydrogen atoms directly bonded to the silicon atom in one molecule; (C) from 10 to 500 ppm, based on the total amount of the components (A) and (B), of a silicone-soluble platinum compound; (D) from 10 to 500 parts by weight of an inorganic filler; (E) from 5 to 50 parts by weight of a fine silica powder having a BET specific surface area of from 50 to 500 m.sup.2 /g, whose surface is made hydrophobic; (F) from 0.

Abstract: Coatings for hard tissue and surfaces of the oral environment are provided that reduce adhesion of bacteria and proteinaceous substances to these surfaces. Methods of reducing adhesion of these materials to such surfaces, and polymers for incorporation into such coatings are also provided.

Abstract: Improved two component polymerizable polyorganosiloxane compositions are described, particularly for use in making dental impressions, having improved tear strength and wettability. Improved tear strength results from inclusion of a quadri-functional polysiloxane having a vinyl content of 0.16 to 0.24 m-mole/g. Working time is maintained by including sufficient amounts of a retarder composition that delays onset of the vinyl polymerization. Wettability is improved by including a surfactant resulting in a surface contact angle with water at three minutes of less than 50.degree.. The surfactant chosen has an HLB of 8-11, such that the wetting contact angle is achieved within less than two minutes and remains wetting throughout the working time of the impression taking, substantially improving impression quality.

Abstract: A dental impression composition for use in the preparation of the oral tissue models comprising a dimethicone-based polysiloxane polyester polymer having terminal fluorinated alkoxy substituents such that the fluorine content of the polysiloxane polyester is in the range from about 5% to about 30% by weight, and having the general formula A--?--B--C--!.sub.x --A, wherein x is an integer greater than 1; A is a fluorinated alkoxy group having the formula F.sub.3 C(CF.sub.2).sub.n (CH.sub.2).sub.m O-- wherein n is an integer from 3 to 17 and m is an integer from 2 to 4; B is a diacid; and C is a dimethicone-based polysiloxane copolyol having the formula:Me.sub.3 Si--?--OSiMeR.sup.1 --!--?--OSiMeR.sup.1 --!.sub.o --?--OSiMeR--!.sub.q --OSiMe.sub.3wherein Me is methyl, R is methyl or phenyl, o is an integer in the range from 1 to 19, q is an integer in the range from 0 to 200, and R.sup.1 is a polyoxyalkylene substituent having the formula--(--CH.sub.2).sub.3 --(DO).sub.a (EO).sub.b (FO--).sub.

Abstract: Improved two component polymerizable polyorganosiloxane compositions are described, particularly for use in making dental impressions, having improved tear strength and wettability. Improved tear strength results from inclusion of a quadri-functional polysiloxane having a vinyl content of 0.16 to 0.24 m-mole/g. Working time is maintained by including sufficient amounts of a retarder composition that delays onset of the vinyl polymerization. Wettability is improved by including a surfactant resulting in a surface contact angle with water at three minutes of less than 50.degree.. The surfactant chosen has an HLB of 8-11, such that the wetting contact angle is achieved within less than two minutes and remains wetting throughout the working time of the impression taking, substantially improving impression quality. A low viscosity impression material is provided and includes a base component and a catalyst component. Both components are siloxane-based materials.

Abstract: Thermoplastic molding compositions are made from a blend of high molecular weight and low molecular weight polycaprolactones. The blends have lower viscosity, and can have higher modulus, than a composition containing only high molecular weight polycaprolactone. The blends are especially useful for dental impressioning.

Abstract: The present invention relates to dental impression compounds which contain as hydrophilation agent 0.1 to 10 wt.-%, relative to the total weight of the compound, of a polyether carbosilane.

Abstract: An antimicrobial adhesive composition for dental use comprising the following polymerizable monomers: an antimicrobial monomer, an monomer containing at least one acidic group, and a monomer containing at least one alcoholic hydroxy group, in combination with water and a polymerization catalyst.

Abstract: A fluoride releasing dental composition comprising a polymer, a monomer and a metal fluoride. The polymer may be an acrylate polymer, a methacrylate polymer or a copolymer thereof. The monomer may be a monomeric heterocyclic acrylic ester, a monomeric heterocyclic methacrylic ester, a C.sub.3 -C.sub.16 alkyl acrylic ester or a C.sub.3 -C.sub.16 methacrylic ester. The metal fluoride is a nontoxic, biologically acceptable metal fluoride. In certain embodiments, the metal fluoride is sodium fluoride. The metal fluoride may comprise from approximately 0.1% to approximately 2% of the composition by weight.

Abstract: A low-dust dental alginate impression material composition is disclosed, comprising an alginate, a gelation reaction agent, a gelation regulator, and a filler as major components, which further comprises sepiolite and/or a tetrafluoroethylene resin having a true specific gravity of from 2.0 to 3.0. The low-dust dental alginate impression material composition of the present invention does not influence various capacities of the alginate impression material itself at all, is reduced in the generation of dust, and is superior in the storage stability.

Abstract: The denture base relining resin comprises a powder component that is a methacrylate ester polymer powder with benzoyl peroxide added thereto and a liquid component that comprises a combination of methyl methacrylate, a methacrylate and a monomer having a specific structure with at least one compound selected from 4-dimethylaminobenzoate and 4,4'-dimethylaminobenzophenone, a specific tertiary amine and a polymerization inhibitor, all incorporated in said liquid component at specific ratios.

Abstract: The present invention provides an addition-curable composition containing an inorganic, organic or organometalic compound of palladium in an amount effective to reduce the amount of hydrogen gas evolved in the reaction of the composition. A preferred embodiment is a dental impression material composition comprising: (a) an addition-curable compound; (b) a crosslinker; (c) a platinum-containing catalyst; and (d) a palladium compound. This generally provides a positive gypsum model of, for example, a dental impression that is substantially free of pits.

Abstract: A modified amalgam composition forming an adhesive bond with tooth structure treated with a dental adhesive. The modified amalgam can be prepared by admixing particulate additives into conventional amalgam alloy powder to form a modified alloy powder and then triturating the modified alloy powder with mercury. The modified amalgam when applied to a prepared tooth cavity that has been precoated with an acrylate- or methacrylate-functional dental adhesive results in an adhesive bond between the modified amalgam and coated tooth structure. Preferred particulate additives for the amalgam alloy powder are acrylate- or methacrylate-functional polymers, metal salts of acrylates or methacrylates, nonmetallic fillers, oxidizing agents and reducing agents.

Abstract: Improved two component polymerizable polyorganosiloxane compositions are described, particularly for use in making dental impressions, having improved tear strength and wettability. Improved tear strength results from inclusion of a quadri-functional polysiloxane having a vinyl content of 0.16 to 0.24 m-mole/g. Working time is maintained by including sufficient amounts of a retarder composition that delays onset of the vinyl polymerization. Wettability is improved by including a surfactant resulting in a surface contact angle with water at three minutes of less than 50.degree.. The surfactant chosen has an HLB of 8-11, such that the wetting contact angle is achieved within less than two minutes and remains wetting throughout the working time of the impression taking, substantially improving the impression making process.

Abstract: A dental impression-taking silicone composition is provided, which comprises A) 100 parts by weight of an organopolysiloxane having at least two aliphatic unsaturated groups per molecule, B) 0.1 to 30 parts by weight of an organohydrogenpoly-siloxane having per molecule at least three hydrogen atoms directly bonded to a silicone atom, C) 10 to 500 ppm of a silicone-soluble platinum compound, as calculated on the basis of the total amount of A) and B), D) 5 to 500 parts by weight of an inorganic filler, and E) 1 to 200 parts by weight of a polyvinyl ether having a polymerization degree of 1,000 to 50,000. This composition provides a paste mixture having an increased strain in compression after curing and a reduced permanent deformation after curing and unlikely to run down during impression-taking. Upon cured, oil matter does not bleed out of the surface of the cured mixture.

Abstract: The present invention provides novel dental impression materials, the cure of which can be monitored visually, comprising: (1) a curable silicone polymer; (2) a crosslinker compound containing silicon-bonded-hydrogen groups; (3) a hydrosilation catalyst; and (4) one or more cure-indicating dyes that exhibit a color change in the presence of a silicon-bonded-hydrogen compound and a hydrosilation catalyst. The cure-indicating dye provides the composition with an initial pre-cure color and a different post-cure color. As a result of this change in color, the state of cure of the impression material can be visually monitored.

Abstract: Thermoplastic molding compositions are made from a mixture of thermoplastic material (for example, polycaprolactone), a free-radically polymerizable resin (for example, a urethane diacrylate oligomer), and free-radical initiator (for example, a visible-light cure photoinitiator). The mixture is solid at 38.degree. C., has a melting or softening point that comfortably can be withstood by oral tissues, and can be imprinted with a heat-stable custom shape memory and semi-thermoplastic properties by shaping the composition to a desired shape and then causing or permitting the resin to undergo polymerization.

Abstract: A thermoplastic article formed of a composition for customizable moulding parts of devices such as hand grips or sports equipment or orthopaedic equipment comprises a composition which is set below 37.degree. C. and is conformably mouldable between about 50.degree. C. and 95.degree. C. The article can be moulded, used, and re-moulded and re-used, repeatedly. Such a composition may be an acrylate polymer, possibly a methacrylate polymer. The acrylate polymer may soften or become liquid in the range of 50.degree. C. to 95.degree. C. and may be mixed with another such polymer which is set at that temperature range so that a pasty mouldable mass is formed, for example by warming in warm water. The invention includes a method of forming the composition.

Abstract: The compound for the correct taking of dental impressions is in a liquid solution and includes a surface-active substance, compatible with silicone materials, combined with a solvent. A very light color and a flavoring agent are advantageously added.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an improved dental flask that is suitable for use in microwave, irradiation processing of dentures, obturators and other dental prosthesis in which the dental flask is manufactured from a composition that is a mixture of a predominant amount of a liquid, polymerizable plastic resin mixed with lesser amounts of a gypsum-based material and plastic resin fibers.

Abstract: A denture base separating material is disclosed, comprising an aqueous emulsion obtained by emulsion polymerization of methacrylic ester, acrylic ester, or acrylonitrile alone, or a mixed solution of two or more thereof, in the presence of a water-soluble radical polymerization initiator and a surfactant, the monomer composition of which is adjusted such that the minimum film-forming temperature is 23.degree. C. or lower having an appropriate adhesion and being able to be readily removed from the tissue conditioner, being easily confirmed at the time of application, being from dry spots and cracks on the denture surface, and not generating malodors.

Abstract: A gum of 5-20 wt. % polyisobutylene, 20-70 wt. % filler and 10-50 wt. % microcrystalline wax with optionally a flavorant and/or a sweetener, is flexible and soft enough to withstand repeated severe flexing yet can take and retain a dental impression after a single bite. The gum is free of crystallizable ingredients such as bulk sweeteners and therefore exhibits outstanding storage stability.

Abstract: The invention relates to a biocompatible ceramic dental prosthesis having a translucency similar to that of natural tooth enamel and a high mechanical strength.It comprises a rigid, porous infrastructure obtained by the reactive calcination of fine particles of alumina/magnesia spinel, alumina and magnesia, the pores of which are occupied by glass infiltrated at high temperature.The invention also relates to a manufacturing process for producing such a prosthesis.

Abstract: A denture base lining material to be used upon mixing a liquid component and a powder component is disclosed, characterized in that the liquid component comprises a phthalic ester-based plasticizer and containing from 5 to 15% by weight of ethyl alcohol and from 5 to 20% by weight of a liquid paraffin or squalane alone or a mixed solution thereof, and the powder component comprises a powder comprising any one of the following powders (a), (b), or (c), or a mixture of two or more thereof: (a) an ethyl methacrylate polymer powder containing from 1 to 5% by weight of a phthalic ester-based plasticizer; (b) a copolymer powder represented by the following formula: ##STR1## wherein n/(m+n) is from 0.15 to 0.55, and containing from 0.5 to 2% by weight of a phthalic ester-based plasticizer; and (c) a mixed powder comprising a polyethyl methacrylate powder having a copolymer powder represented by the following formula mixed therewith: ##STR2## wherein n/(m+n) is from 0.45 to 0.76.

Abstract: A thermoplastic article formed of a composition for customizable molding parts of devices such as dental plates or hand grips or sports equipment comprises a composition which is set below 37.degree. C. and is conformably moldable between about 50.degree. C. and 95.degree. C. The article can be molded, used, and re-molded and re-used, repeatedly. Such a composition may be an acrylate polymer, possibly a methacrylate polymer. The acrylate polymer may soften or become liquid in the range of 50.degree. C. to 95.degree. C. and may be mixed with another such polymer which is set at that temperature range so that a pasty moldable mass is formed, for example by warming in warm water. The invention includes a method of forming the composition.

Abstract: A dental or medical alginate impression composition is provided. The composition includes an alginate material comprising an alginate in an amount between about 10 and 50 weight percent, a filler material in an amount between about 10 and 90 weight percent, and a binder material in an amount between about 1 and 80 weight percent. The composition also includes a silane coating that is added to either the filler or to the alginate material as a whole.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a transparent material based on addition-crosslinking polysiloxanes, which is used as occlusal print for molding side teeth composites.

Abstract: A impression composition comprising:(A) a polyether polymer having at least two alkenyl groups in its molecule,(B) a polyorganohydrogensiloxane having at least three silicon-bonded hydrogen atoms in its molecule,(C) a platinum catalyst,(D) an inorganic filler, and(E) an antioxidant.This composition of has hydrophilic nature and a small cure shrinkage; hence it enables precise impression in a wet environment like in a mouth.

Abstract: Methods of recording a muco-dynamic or immediate functional impression of the dental arches of a patient onto the base or peripheral borders of a prosthetic denture, or rebasing a patient's prosthetic denture, utilizing a non-ionic, non-hydrophilic, impression-forming composition comprising polyvinyl acetate, aliphatic ketones, aliphatic esters, aliphatic alcohols or aliphatic ethers, non-toxic, non-aromatic, plasticizing oils and non-toxic and non-extractable organic pigments.

Abstract: A photo-curable resin composition containing a polycarbonate having a number average molecular weight of between 200 and 10,000 and containing at least two (meth)acrylate groups in the molecule, or a diglycidyl phthalate (meth)acrylate, an organic polymer fine powder having an average particle diameter of between 1 .mu.m and 50 .mu.m and a photo-radical polymerization initiator; and a coating liquid to be applied to a resin pattern. This resin composition is useful for preparing a clasp pattern exhibiting a theoretical form for retention, durability, etc., i.e., a cast clasp basic pattern, for producing, by a lost wax method, a cast clasp which is a metal component for holding a partial denture, retaining it and supporting it.

Abstract: Compositions, with controlled and programmed hardening, to record mucodynamic dental impressions, characterized in that they comprise:______________________________________ Polyvinyl acetate (PVAc) 50-85% by weight C.sub.3 to C.sub.6 aliphatic ketones 2-25% by weight C.sub.3 to C.sub.8 aliphatic esters 1-25% by weight C.sub.2 to C.sub.10 aliphatic alcohols 1-25% by weight and/or aliphatic ethers Non-toxic, non-aromatic 0.5-10% by weight plasticizing oils selected from the group consisting of dioctyl adipate, glycerol triacetate and polyglycols Non-toxic and non-extractable 0-2% by weight black, yellow, red or white organic pigments or a combination thereof ______________________________________and is free of any gel-forming components, peroxide-based catalysts, aromatic compounds and incompatible plasticizers.

Abstract: The invention relates to a pasty two-component alginate-based material which is used as an impression material in the dental sector.

Abstract: Improved permanent soft denture liners are disclosed which consist substantially of an amount of one or more polysiloxanes selected from acryloxyalkyl and methacryloxyalkyl-terminated polydialkylsiloxanes in which the polysiloxane is crosslinked by a material selected from suitable heat, light or chemically activated initiators with or without crosslinking agents. The preferred embodiments are visible light activated and can be applied, fitted, cured and installed in one sitting.

Abstract: The invention provides a composition and a method for studying skin surface areas with simplified magnifying devices by making a replication of the skin surface area while minimizing irritation to the subject's skin, cracking of the replicas, surface artifacts, and air bubbles in the replicas. The method entails preparing a negative skin surface replica composition by mixing a silicone polysiloxane base and a biocompatible surface tension modifying agent. The mixture is placed in a vacuum desiccator to remove air bubbles and thereafter a curing agent is added to the mixture. An adhesive collar is placed on the subject's skin, which collar surrounds the surface area to be replicated, and thereafter the composition is applied to the skin surface area and the adhesive collar and allowed to dry. The negative skin surface casting is removed from the skin area and is then placed skin side up in a mold cup.

Abstract: This invention provides hardenable compositions useful as construction media for a wide range of applications. Particular utility is found in the dental and medical arts where such compositions are highly suitable for the formation and construction of denture base, denture baseplates, denture liners, denture repair, custom trays, veneering for crowns and bridgework, artificial teeth, veneers and repair for natural teeth, and tooth restorative fillings. Such materials having improved impact strengths and elastic moduli when hardened are disclosed which include rubber-modified polymer.

Abstract: This invention relates to an impression material composition comprising an alginate and a gelling agent and being hardened in the presence of water, an unsaturated carboxylic acid polymer being contained in an amount of 5 to 150 parts by weight per 100 parts by weight of the alginate.

Abstract: A dental impression composition which contains as a main component 4 to 40% by weight of an acetoacetylated polyvinyl alcohol having an acetoacetylation degree of 0.5 to 15 mol % and a polymerization degree of 100 to 1,500, and additional components 1 to 20% by weight of gelling agents and 20 to 85% by weight of fillers.