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What is the purpose of adding gingival contours during the wax-up process?
What is the purpose of adding gingival contours during the wax-up process?
To mimic natural gingival contours and papillae
Why is it important to clean all wax from the tooth surfaces?
Why is it important to clean all wax from the tooth surfaces?
To ensure the teeth are held securely and accurately during processing
What is the significance of making a definite gingival finish line on the tooth?
What is the significance of making a definite gingival finish line on the tooth?
To define the boundary between the tooth and the gingiva
Why is it recommended to have the minimum amount of wax necessary for tooth setup?
Why is it recommended to have the minimum amount of wax necessary for tooth setup?
What is the purpose of using the metal occlusal plane during the wax-up process?
What is the purpose of using the metal occlusal plane during the wax-up process?
Why is it important to pay attention to carving, stippling, cervical exposure of teeth, and thickness of the palate and borders during the wax-up process?
Why is it important to pay attention to carving, stippling, cervical exposure of teeth, and thickness of the palate and borders during the wax-up process?
What is the reason for removing excessive wax first and then forming the wax gingival margin at a 45-degree angle to the tooth surface?
What is the reason for removing excessive wax first and then forming the wax gingival margin at a 45-degree angle to the tooth surface?
Why is it necessary to add baseplate wax on the buccal and labial surfaces of the trial dentures and along the cervical collars of the teeth?
Why is it necessary to add baseplate wax on the buccal and labial surfaces of the trial dentures and along the cervical collars of the teeth?
What is the purpose of creating gingiva rolls during the denture wax-up process?
What is the purpose of creating gingiva rolls during the denture wax-up process?
Why should the interdental papilla be flat or slightly concave in denture wax-up?
Why should the interdental papilla be flat or slightly concave in denture wax-up?
What is the purpose of festooning details in denture wax-up?
What is the purpose of festooning details in denture wax-up?
Why should care be taken to expose the complete clinical crown of the anterior teeth in denture wax-up?
Why should care be taken to expose the complete clinical crown of the anterior teeth in denture wax-up?
What is the purpose of palatal festooning in maxillary denture wax-up?
What is the purpose of palatal festooning in maxillary denture wax-up?
Why is it recommended to have the minimum amount of wax necessary for tooth setup in denture wax-up?
Why is it recommended to have the minimum amount of wax necessary for tooth setup in denture wax-up?
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What is the purpose of adding gingival contours during the wax-up process?
What is the purpose of adding gingival contours during the wax-up process?
Mimicking the natural gum line and papillae on the teeth.
Why is it important to clean all wax from the tooth surfaces?
Why is it important to clean all wax from the tooth surfaces?
To ensure the teeth are held securely and accurately during the processing of the denture.
What is the significance of making a definite gingival finish line on the tooth?
What is the significance of making a definite gingival finish line on the tooth?
It defines the exact point where the tooth ends and the gum begins.
Why is it recommended to have the minimum amount of wax necessary for tooth setup?
Why is it recommended to have the minimum amount of wax necessary for tooth setup?
It makes it easier to see how the teeth are positioned and to move them around.
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What is the purpose of using the metal occlusal plane during the wax-up process?
What is the purpose of using the metal occlusal plane during the wax-up process?
The goal is to ensure the teeth are properly aligned in relation to each other and the metal occlusal plane.
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Why is it important to pay attention to carving, stippling, cervical exposure of teeth, and thickness of the palate and borders during the wax-up process?
Why is it important to pay attention to carving, stippling, cervical exposure of teeth, and thickness of the palate and borders during the wax-up process?
These details are important to make the denture look and feel as natural as possible.
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What is the reason for removing excessive wax first and then forming the wax gingival margin at a 45-degree angle to the tooth surface?
What is the reason for removing excessive wax first and then forming the wax gingival margin at a 45-degree angle to the tooth surface?
This helps to expose the tooth's surface on the master cast and creates a wax edge that mimics the gum line.
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Why is it necessary to add baseplate wax on the buccal and labial surfaces of the trial dentures and along the cervical collars of the teeth?
Why is it necessary to add baseplate wax on the buccal and labial surfaces of the trial dentures and along the cervical collars of the teeth?
It creates the correct bite and prepares the denture for the final processing stage.
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What is the purpose of creating gingiva rolls during the denture wax-up process?
What is the purpose of creating gingiva rolls during the denture wax-up process?
They act as a barrier to keep the inner cheek tissue away from the chewing surfaces.
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Why should the interdental papilla be flat or slightly concave in denture wax-up?
Why should the interdental papilla be flat or slightly concave in denture wax-up?
This creates a more natural look and prevents food from getting stuck.
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What is the purpose of festooning details in denture wax-up?
What is the purpose of festooning details in denture wax-up?
These details aim to create a natural appearance for the denture without creating areas where food can get stuck.
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Why should care be taken to expose the complete clinical crown of the anterior teeth in denture wax-up?
Why should care be taken to expose the complete clinical crown of the anterior teeth in denture wax-up?
This enhances the denture's aesthetics and showcases the entire visible surface of the front teeth.
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What is the purpose of palatal festooning in maxillary denture wax-up?
What is the purpose of palatal festooning in maxillary denture wax-up?
It restores the missing portion of the roof of the mouth that is not covered by the artificial teeth.
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Why is it recommended to have the minimum amount of wax necessary for tooth setup in denture wax-up?
Why is it recommended to have the minimum amount of wax necessary for tooth setup in denture wax-up?
It makes it easier to see the positioning of the teeth and to adjust their placement.
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