Basics of Dental Technology: A Step by Step Approach [Paperback]

Now available in a second edition, Basics of Dental Technology is a complete reference for the current techniques and materials used in dental technology.

• Retains the accessible, task-based approach and step-by-step guidance of the first edition
• Features updates throughout, as well as a new chapter on digital dental technology and an interactive student website to support self-assessment
• Explains key competencies, concepts, instruments, and equipment, and also introduces more specialist techniques and procedures, such as denture prosthetics, fixed prosthodontics and orthodontic work
• Provides essential information for trainee dental technicians and students learning about dental technology, including study tips and strategies for working effectively within a dental team

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Chapter 1 Introduction 1

1.1 Introduction 1

1.2 How to use this book 1

1.3 Equipment and instruments 1

1.4 Health and safety in the dental laboratory 5

1.5 Sterilisation and impression handling 6

1.6 Introduction to model making 8

1.7 Models for prosthodontics  casting primary impressions 9

1.8 Models for prosthodontics  boxing-in impressions 12

1.9 Models for prosthodontics  casting working (secondary) impressions 13

1.10 Models for prosthodontics  models for cobaltchromium frameworks 13

1.11 Orthodontic study models 14

1.12 Introduction to sectional models 16

1.13 Producing a sectional model using a tray system (Figure 1.13.1) 17

1.14 Producing a sectional model using a pinned system 19

1.15 SectilsÂ