An articulator is a mechanical device which represents the temporo mandibular joint and jaw members to which maxillary and mandibular casts may be attached to stimulate jaw movements Classification of Dental Articulators: 1. Based on theories of occlusion Bon-will theory articulator Conical theory articulator Spherical theory articulator 2. Based on type of record used for their adjustments […]
Steps in fabrication of complete denture
Complete denture is defined as “A dental prosthesis which replaces the entire dentition(teeth) and associated structures of maxilla and mandible Complete denture is of Two types Removable complete denture Fixed complete denture It has Three surfaces Impression surface Polished surface Occlusal surface It has Four parts Denture base Denture flange Denture border Denture teeth 33 […]
Alginate Impression material
Alginate Impression material is an Elastic, Irreversible Impression material which is used to take the impression of both Dentulous and Edentulous Impressions. It is made from seaweed and is made with components like Sodium alginate, Calcium sulfate and other ingredients which act as retarders. Alginate material is available in powder form which turns into Gel […]
Complete Denture
What is a Complete Denture? Definition: A dental prosthesis which replaces the entire dentition(teeth) and associated structures of maxilla and mandible. It is also known as Full Dentures. Diagnosis in Fabrication of Complete Denture The Steps in Fabrication of Complete Denture Advantages of using a Complete Denture: Mastication: i think this is the main advantage […]
Prosthodontics
That branch of dentistry and science pertaining to the restoration and maintenance of oral function by the replacement of missing teeth and structures with artificial devices. It is also defined as ” The science and art of providing suitable substitutes for the coronal portions of teeth or for one or more lost or missing natural […]
Impression Compound
Dental Impression is a negative replica of the oral cavity, many impression materials are present which are capable of getting the perfect impression if the proper guidelines are followed. Impression Compound is used to take a negative replica or an Impression of the Edentulous Oral cavity in a process called Primary Impression. The material is […]