AN EXCELLENT SOLUTION FOR REPAIRS!
Cast partial repairs are a common task in many dental labs. Patients wearing these partials often loose supporting teeth, and clasps and extrusions break from adjustments or simply from metal fatigue.
Lab technicians add retention for teeth and add wrought wire clasps in a variety of methods. Sometimes, there is sufficient acrylic base where wires can be embedded. Occasionally, silver solder can be used for repairs, but this usually involves replacing all the teeth. Laser and phaser welding are an excellent method to add retention and clasps. Unfortunately, not every lab has access to these expensive welders.
EZ Partial Fix Advantages
- Saves time
- Cost effective
- Easy to use
- No need to solder or weld
- Can be used chair side
The Partial Fix Technique describes an alternative, economical method to repair many types of cast partials.
In this picture, the lower cast partial needs new teeth to replace #22 and #31 and needs clasps for #23 and #32. However, the partial still fits the patient well. An economical solution to repair this partial would be ideal.
Repairs demonstrated below are made using the EZ Partial Fix Denture Repair Kit from Dental Creations, Ltd. This kit comes with an assortment of bolts, nuts, washer strings, and wires. Clasp and retention wires are already attached to washers and nuts. Bolt heads have a low profile that can be reduced even more if needed. A .050 hex driver is included to facilitate tightening. The kit contains parts for approximately 10 repairs.