Acrylic Restorations
Diagnostic Wax-Up
A dental procedure where a dentist or technician creates a three-dimensional model of a patient’s teeth in wax, based on a diagnostic cast, to visualize and plan proposed restorations. It supports treatment planning, patient communication, and guides the fabrication of final restorations.
- Traditional wax-ups are hand-crafted, while digital wax-ups using 3D scanning and CAD/CAM offer greater precision and efficiency.
- Though they add to planning cost, they’re a worthwhile investment — minimizing potential errors and remakes.
- The primary goal is to visualize the desired outcome before any work is done on the patient’s teeth.
- It involves creating a wax replica of the proposed restorations (crowns, veneers, or bridges) on a model of the patient’s teeth.
Digital Mock-Up
A digital mock-up (DMU) is a virtual, often 3D, representation of a design used throughout treatment planning for design, analysis, and communication. It’s the digital equivalent of a physical mock-up, enabling visualization, testing, and collaboration before any physical work begins.
- Bridges the gap between the virtual design world and the physical restoration, enabling efficient treatment planning.
- Used across the workflow — from initial design to fabrication and final delivery.
- Allows virtual testing and validation of form, function, and aesthetics before physical prototyping.
Bite Appliances
Night Guard (Soft)
A soft night guard protects teeth from grinding or clenching, particularly during sleep. Made from a flexible material like modified ethyl methacrylate or silicone, it offers a comfortable, less bulky feel than hard guards — typically recommended for mild to moderate bruxism or for those who find hard guards uncomfortable.
- Crafted from flexible materials like modified ethyl methacrylate or silicone, known for comfort.
- Less bulky and more comfortable than hard guards — good for those with sensitive gums.
- Effective at protecting teeth from grinding and clenching, especially in mild to moderate cases.
- May not be as durable as hard guards and might need more frequent replacement.
- Can be harder to clean due to its porous nature, requiring diligent care to prevent bacteria and stains.
Night Guard (Hard)
A hard night guard is made from rigid, laboratory-processed acrylic resin to protect teeth from grinding and clenching (bruxism) during sleep. Its firm, durable surface keeps the upper and lower teeth from contacting directly — especially suitable for moderate to severe bruxism and for patients with existing crowns, bridges, or veneers.
- Made from rigid, high-strength acrylic — highly durable and long-lasting compared to soft guards.
- Superior protection against heavy grinding, helping prevent enamel wear, fractures, and damage to restorations.
- The stable, non-compressible surface distributes biting forces evenly and can relieve strain on the jaw joints (TMJ) and muscles.
- A precise, custom fit keeps the guard securely in place throughout the night.
- The smooth, non-porous surface is easy to clean and resists bacteria and staining.
- May feel bulkier at first with a short adjustment period, but offers the best long-term durability.
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