Diagnostic Wax-up (Non-Prep)

Non-Prep Diagnostic Wax-up For Implants Veneers And Full-mouth Rehab

The Non-Prep Diagnostic Wax-up is a vital clinical tool used to visualize and plan dental treatments—ranging from single-tooth implants to full-mouth rehabilitations—without altering the patient's natural tooth structure. By applying wax or placing denture teeth onto a stone model (diagnostic cast) without preparation ("Non-Prep"), technicians can build the ideal tooth anatomy while preserving the integrity of the existing dentition.

The diagnostic casts and wax-up can assist in estimating the amount of restorative space available and point out any need for treatment in the opposing arch to obtain such space. It can help in evaluating the planned occlusal scheme and indicate which modifications are needed in the remaining dentition. Additionally, the diagnostic wax up teeth can be used as means of communication between the clinician, the technician, and the patient.

FAQ

Q: What is a Diagnostic Wax-up?

A: Diagnostic wax up is making of intended restorative on dental casts for evaluation and planning final restorations, a wax replica of a proposed treatment plan. The diagnostic wax up is a method that can be used for single tooth implant, crowns, bridges or veneers. This method is especially important when cosmetic dentistry is planned. In this cases it is very important to do a diagnostic wax-up to help determine the eventual appearance and aesthetic result after treatment is performed.

Q: What is the purpose of a Diagnostic Wax-up?

A: 1) It provides proper diagnosis for the treatment

With a diagnostic crown wax up procedure, diagnosis for the right treatment to be done will be flawless. The wax-up assists to see the amount of restorative space in your teeth that will indicate the exact arch to be able to fix that space. It also tells what treatment is needed, or if it's necessary for a surgery.

2) Better visualization for dentists

Since the dental wax-up is going to be molded into the exact shape of your mouth and your dentures, this will give your dentist a better view of what they'll be working on.

3) It ensures superior fit

With a wax-up model perfectly molded into your own mouth, fittings will be more accurate than ever. The molded wax-up will serve as a tool that your dentist can use in modifying your dental implants.

4) It serves as a mockup of the desired results

If you're having second thoughts on a treatment, a mockup will guide you better and make you feel more at ease. Your dentist will rely on it too, to better explain what your teeth conditions are and what they can do to correct it.

Q: How is a Diagnostic Wax-up performed?

A: The diagnostic wax-up is done by using a cast to get the actual mold of your teeth. The set of your own teeth will be molded into a wax figure, hence the diagnostic wax up. This procedure helps dentists to see your teeth better and make better judgement on treatment.