Diagnostic wax-up for treatment planning book pdf

The digital information serves as a starting point for a waxup and intraoral. The diagnostic waxup then is used for discussion with the patient, creation of preparation guides figure 6 view figure, and communication with any specialists, in this case the periodontist. Enhancement of aesthetic treatment planning and communication. A diagnostic waxup is an invaluable tool to show patients the planned treatment and might be linked to a composite mockup. Diagnostic waxing restorative treatment is much more predictable when the outcome can be envisaged fig. Treatment planning of the edentulous maxilla british. Treatment planning must address these diagnostic findings. The digital information serves as a starting point for a waxup and intraoral mockup.

While dsd presents many advantages over more traditional treatment planning methods, the mockup technique is still regarded as. This tool provides important diagnostic information that will indicate whether a specific treatment is appropriate. Extended examination and diagnosis on mixed dentition, recording history, charting, treatment planning and case presentation, including above description as per 01100. Treatment planning is a neverending stream of therapeutic plans and interventions. Digital smile design and mockup technique for esthetic treatment. Diagnostic models wax setup mockup digital imaging diagnostic setup. The diagnostic waxup is created by modifying the shape of teeth on a patients diagnostic cast. I have cowritten a thorough treatment planning book and computer program that should make treatment planning easy. It involves a lab technician adding wax to an articulated model of the. Treatment planning must also address the patients original complaints and meet the patients expectations. Generally, there are four types of diagnostic waxups commonly requested by restorative dentists. A diagnostic waxup is essentially a cast or impression of your tooth or teeth.

They are the ultimate treatmentplanning tool for consistently superior results. With this valuable information in hand, the dental technician can more efficiently fabricate a threedi mensional waxup, focusing on developing anatomical. Principles of occlusion, laboratory and clinical teaching manual. Digital approach to the fabrication of a wax prototype for fullmouth. A tool for treatment planning and communication in esthetic. A preliminary waxup as a diagnostic aid in occlusal rehabilitation. Upon completion, this diagnostic waxup becomes the blueprint of the treatment plan. Diagnostic waxing forms an essential part of the planning. No matter how simple or complex the case may appear, it cannot be stressed enough how important it is to have all the information together. Dental art boutique is a high quality dental laboratory focused on cosmetic and implant restorations.

Journal of cosmetic dentistry american academy cosmetic dentistry. Diagnostic casts and a diagnostic waxup will enhance the predictability of the treatment. Use of the pankymann instrument in treatment planning and in restoring the lower. The restorative plan has taken into consideration the existing tooth structure. Upon completion of the diagnostic waxup, the dental team developed a treatment plan that included implantsupported fixed partial dentures. Unlike all production laboratories dental art boutique puts more. A diagnostic waxup of the proposed restorative changes, and intraoral photographs, should form part of the treatment planning and patient discussion processes. The diagnostic waxup is created by modifying the shape of teeth on a patients diagnostic cast with the application of wax and by reducing the. Clinically based diagnostic waxup for optimal esthetics. Planning the final aesthetic result of restorative treatment is a key skill. This book explains the global diagnosis system and shows how to.