What is an articulator?
Articulator is a device used by dentists with forms of teeth to reproduce their position in relation to each other. Articulators can be used for a wide range of tasks in dental practices and are most commonly found in dental laboratories where people work with forms to produce dental equipment such as bridges and maintaining. They are available via catalogs for dental supply and can also be tailored if the dentist has a specific need. This information is important for dentists who are preparing for surgery, dental production and development of prostheses. If the measurements are not correct, the dentist may cause pain or discomfort by not taking into account the patient's unique anatomy. Articulators can be used as a diagnostic tool and provide a dentist with a chance to explore the teeth and their relationship to each other without having to hold the patient's jaw in a position that can be unpleasant. Articulators are also sometimes used inThe evaluation of forensic evidence, with the dentist comparing information about suspects with the evidence of the crime scene to see if there is a match.
The most common use of the articulator is a model for a dentist that produces prostheses or creates appliances such as bridges. The dentist may refer to the articulator as a proposal that is improved and carefully ensures that it is customized to the patient's mouth. The use of this device allows dentists to test and tune the fittings in the model before testing them on the patient to secure them properly.
If it is time to interact directly with the patient, the adhering physician will take care of the confirmation that the dental device is properly mounted and installed and that it is comfortable for the patient. Small adjustments may be required. Together with measurement records, the forms are maintained for future use. If a patient develops problems or needs a substitute dental device, a dentist canCompare current X -rays and measurements with recorded to find out what has changed and use this information as a basis for designing and adapting a new dental device. If necessary, the molds can be reinstalled in the articulator to create a working model for references.