How to Minimise Denture Adjustments: A Guide for Dentists and CDTs
Creating the perfect denture for a patient is a delicate balancing act between aesthetics, functionality, and patient comfort. One of the most common challenges faced by both dentists and clinical dental technicians (CDTs) is minimising the number of adjustments needed after a denture has been fabricated. The more adjustments required, the longer the patient will […]
Adjusting Acrylic Teeth for a Perfect Fit
Adjusting acrylic teeth to achieve a perfect fit is a crucial part of denture fabrication. Whether you’re a dentist, a clinical dental technician (CDT), or a practice owner, it’s essential to understand the techniques and considerations involved in ensuring your patient’s dentures function and look great. In this guide, we’ll discuss the steps to adjust […]
Denture Repair Consultations: Why They Are So Important for Dentists, CDTs, and Practice Owners
In the dental practice, denture repairs are a routine service that many patients require over time. However, while it’s easy to simply accept a denture brought in for repair and send it off to the lab, taking the extra step of scheduling a denture repair consultation can lead to better outcomes for both the patient […]
Why Every Clinic Needs an Induction Heater: Safer & Faster Than Bunsen Burners
As a Dentist or Clinical Dental Technician (CDT), precision and efficiency are at the heart of every procedure, particularly when it comes to dentures. One tool that plays a pivotal role in achieving both is the induction heater. Whether you are adjusting wax or repositioning teeth during denture fabrication, an induction heater offers significant advantages […]
How to Make an Emergency Special Tray: A Step-by-Step Guide for The Dental Industry
In clinical practice, the quality and fit of your final prosthetics depend heavily on the foundation, and that begins with a well-crafted special tray and bite block. While labs often handle these, there’s growing interest among clinicians, particularly dental nurses and therapists, in getting hands-on with tray fabrication. Whether you’re a CDT looking to refine […]