EVALUATION OF THE USE OF THE WAX-UP TECHNIQUE BY DENTAL TECHNICIANS

Authors: Adela DĂNCILĂ1, Mona IONAŞ

Abstract:

The purpose of this study is to find out how the dental technician uses the wax-up technique. A questionnaire with 9 questions regarding the wax-up technique was addressed to dental technicians. The complexity index of dental laboratory work shows that only a small number of laboratories, less than 25%, provide high complexity services. Further education for doctors and dental technicians is needed for a proper use of the wax-up technique and its real possibilities to help restore functions. A correct knowledge of how to achieve them by the dental technician, and collaboration with the doctor guarantees a success rate and patient’s acceptance of the prosthetic work.

Keywords:
  • dental technician.
  • QUESTIONNAIRE
  • wax-up