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As part of Aurum
Ceramic/Classic Dental Laboratories' exclusive ACCES™
(Advanced Cosmetic Communication and Esthetic System)
approach, Diagnostic Wax-ups create a clear blueprint for the
case for unsurpassed esthetic and functional results. Utilizing
a range of two- (prescription, slides/photos and color map or chart)
and three-dimensional (impressions, provisionals/temporaries, models
and indices/stents) communication tools, ACCES allows a smooth transfer
of detailed information between patient and dentist and between
dentist and laboratory technician.
Powerful
Patient Communication Tool
Have the patient select their favorite smile from a source such
as the Las Vegas Institute's "Smile Catalog" (available
from Cerum Dental Supplies Ltd.) at the preliminary appointment.
The Diagnostic wax-up can then present the patient with a natural-looking,
three-dimensional representation of the final case. It illustrated
their current situation and how a more esthetic smile can be achieved.
The shape and color of the teeth are easily discussed with the patient.
These wax-ups dramatically increase treatment acceptance rates.
Visual
Aid for Adequate Tooth Preparation
Through the Diagnostic Wax-up, the dentist can obtain a visual understanding
of tooth reduction requirements, dramatically reducing preparation
appointment time in the operatory. Matrices created from the wax-up
serve as a valuable check to ensure adequate preparation. The dentist
can also pre-plan the location and contour of any gingival tissue
recontouring.
Template
for Final Restorations
The Diagnostic Wax-up assists in creating a smile design that assures
predictability in the mouth. It also allows careful evaluation of
function, anterior guidance and cuspid rise. Even more important,
it is a vital communication tool serving as a check on case design
for both dentist and technician. A precise wax-up (as if it were
going to be invested for casting) provides a template from which
both the preparation and the temporary index can be fabricated.
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