When working on restorative and orthodontic cases, constructing an accurate dental model is an important part of the process—whether the model is completed in the dental practice or the dental lab. Creating this exact replica of the oral anatomy based on an impression can be challenging, and requires a variety of specialized equipment and materials.
What Types of Dental Laboratory Model Construction Equipment Are Available for My Practice?
The specialized equipment includes
dental vibrators that de-bubble plaster, stone or viscous solutions;
vacuum mixers that mix plasters, investments and silicones;
dental surfactant sprays also known as debubblizers, that reduce surface tension for better adherence;
organic solvents for cleaning off impression materials; model saws that section models to create dies;
model trimmers for trimming gypsum or refractory casts;
pneumatic chisels pneumatic chisels for removing plaster;
pinhole drilling units that precisely drill small holes for the dies used when fabricating various prostheses; and
denture reline jigs.
What Should I Consider When Selecting Dental Laboratory Model Construction Equipment?
Look for equipment that’s easy to use and that comes with a warranty. Make sure the company behind the equipment is reputable and offers excellent customer service. Before you buy, determine what will work best for your size lab or dental practice.
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