What Are The Applications of Dental Wax Blocks in Oral Restoration

The application of dental wax blocks in oral restoration is extensive and significant, mainly reflected in the following aspects:

Protect the soft tissues of the oral cavity

Preventing damage: During oral restoration or orthodontic treatment, such as wearing orthodontic appliances or dentures, these devices may scratch the soft tissues in the mouth, such as the gums, lips and tongue. The use of dental wax blocks can wrap around the edges of these sharp instruments, reducing irritation and damage to soft tissues.

Relieving discomfort: For oral discomfort caused by instrument irritation, such as pain or ulcers, dental wax blocks can also play a role in relieving it. By covering the stimulus points and reducing friction, the comfort of the patients can be improved.

2. Make dental models

Precise shaping: Dental wax blocks have excellent plasticity and elasticity, and can be deformed by heating and stretching, thus precisely adapting to teeth of different shapes and sizes. This makes dental wax blocks an important material for making dental models.

Prosthodontic fitting: When making dental crowns, dental Bridges and other restorations, dental wax blocks can be used to make models, and the fit and appearance of the prosthodontic can be evaluated through the fitting process. This helps ensure the quality of the final restoration and patient satisfaction.

3. Auxiliary diagnosis and treatment

Occlusal adjustment: In some dental treatments, doctors may need to adjust the occlusal relationship of teeth. At this point, a thin layer of wax can be applied to the surface of the teeth using a dental wax block to observe the occlusion and make corresponding adjustments.

Problem area marking: In oral examinations and diagnoses, dental wax blocks can also be used to mark problem areas, helping doctors identify and handle oral problems more accurately.

4. Improve oral function

Muscle function training: The activities of the oral muscles, tongue and throat play an important role in the health of the mouth and teeth. In some cases, dental wax blocks can be used to assist in muscle function training and promote the recovery and improvement of oral function.

Precautions for Use

Before using dental wax blocks, it is necessary to ensure hand hygiene to avoid contaminating the wax blocks.

When in use, wax blocks should be cut out in appropriate amounts according to actual needs to avoid waste.

After use, the mouth and the wax block storage container should be cleaned in time to maintain hygiene and safety.