Hybrid Titanium Partial Denture Framework Options
Why Choose Titanium Partial Dentures?
Titanium is the most biocompatible metal available for use in dentistry. Virtually no one is allergic to titanium, which means that it is the perfect metal for even the most sensitive patients who require dental implants. A removable partial denture framework made from titanium enjoys all of the desirable properties of other methods and it is roughly 400% lighter than most cobalt/chromium alloys. This translates into better comfort for your patient.
If titanium is so great, why is it only now becoming the standard material for fabricating metal frameworks?
The most important reason for this delay in the dental field is mainly due to how hard the metal is and how difficult it is to cast.
Material Qualities of Titanium Partial Dentures
- Biocompatible Metal
- Durable
- Corrosion-Resistant.
- Lightweight
- Non-Allergenic
Korus Dental Solutions has developed the Maxidon PT-1 CAD/CAM milling system to precisely print a three-dimensional framework from a rectangular plate of titanium. Watch this brief video to see it in action:
Processing Time
The time needed to fabricate a partial framework is only half as long as traditional casting techniques. With faster turnaround times, your patients will get the dental care they need and deserve.
Processing Steps for Titanium Dentures
The CAD/CAM system eliminates the most messy and labor-intensive steps that introduce errors most often associated with casting metal frameworks.
Conventional Casting Procedure:
- Master cast
- Cast duplication
- Framework wax-up
- Investment and burnout
- Melting the metal
- Removing unnecessary investment material
- Sandblasting the metal
- Electro-polishing the metal
- Fine finishing of the metal framework
PT-1 Titanium Framework Milling Procedure:
- A Master Cast is Created From Scanned Models or Impressions
- CAD/CAM Framework Design
- Digital Three-Dimensional Printing From Solid Titanium Metal
- Fine Finishing of the Metal Framework
- Delivery and Seating
CAD/CAM milling yields a titanium framework that fits perfectly once it is inserted. It adapts precisely to the contours of both soft and hard tissues found inside the mouth.
Delivery and Seating
CAD/CAM milling yields a titanium framework that fits perfectly once it is inserted. It adapts precisely to the contours of both soft and hard tissues found inside the mouth.
Adjusting Titanium Partial Dentures
Thanks to the most precise manufacturing tolerances, almost no adjustments are necessary to seat the framework. This saves you (and your patients) valuable chair time.
Standard Acrylic Saddles
- The saddles used to support acrylic teeth are made from industry-standard Lucitone acrylic.
Warranty
Titanium is virtually unbreakable, which makes it an ideal choice for nearly every patient. We provide a two-year warranty on all titanium frameworks.
Certification
Stomadent Dental Laboratory added the Maxidon PT-1 titanium partial denture framework system to our repertoire enabling us to offer the very best dental laboratory products and services. Our technicians and staff undergo extensive training to develop the skills and expertise necessary to help you achieve the very best results for your patients.
Do you have questions about our new titanium denture frameworks or any of the other dental lab services we offer to dentists in Idaho and across the country? Contact us. We would love to find out how we can best serve you and your patients.
Compare Partial Denture Options
 Acrylic |
 Valplast |
 Acetal Tooth Shade Framework |
 Clear Framework |
 CR/CO Cast Framework |
 Titanium Framework |
|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Comfort | Moderate | Good | Excellent |
Excellent Best Choice |
Great | Great |
| Aesthetics | Moderate | Excellent | Great | Excellent | Good | Good |
| Stability/Fit | Good | Good | Excellent |
Excellent Best Choice |
Great | Great |
| Weight | Heavy | Moderate | Light | Light | Heavy |
Moderate Best Choice |
| Durability | Moderate | Great | Great | Great | Excellent | Excellent |
| Relinability / Repairability | Easy | Difficult | Moderate | Moderate | Moderate | Moderate |
| Dentition Friendly | Moderate | Good | Excellent | Excellent | Moderate | Good |
| Clasp Type | Wire Metal | Valplast Gingival | Tooth Shade A1 - D2 | Clear | Metal | Titanium |
| Manufacturing Method |
Analog/Digital |
Analog |
Milled |
Milled |
Cast |
Milled |
Frequently Asked Questions
How is laboratory working time calculated, and what should not be included in this calculation?
Laboratory working time is calculated by excluding certain factors. Specifically, the day the case arrives at the lab and any transportation time is not counted as part of the working time total. This ensures that the actual processing time within the laboratory is accurately assessed, independent of external factors.
Where should I send digital photos of my case and other related information?
You can conveniently send digital photos of your case, along with necessary laboratory prescriptions and identified digital photographs, to [email protected].
What is the process for sending digital impressions, and where should they be sent?
To send digital impressions, you’ll first need to capture the data using a chairside intraoral scanner or by digitizing physical impressions. This process typically results in .STL files. Attach these .STL files to an email along with essential case identification details in the email body. Send this information to [email protected].
What are the time benefits of utilizing CAD/CAM technology for dental frameworks?
CAD/CAM technology offers significant time benefits in dental framework production. For instance, frameworks made from materials like titanium can be milled directly from a solid plate, bypassing many labor-intensive steps required in traditional casting methods. This efficiency translates into shorter turnaround times, with titanium frameworks often taking fewer working days compared to their cast metal counterparts.
What alternative options are recommended for patients concerned about aesthetics and not wanting to see metal in their partial dentures?
One alternative is the use of CAD/CAM-produced Zirlux Acetal frameworks. These frameworks are made from a semi-flexible resin material that strikes a balance between the flexibility of materials like Valplast and the rigidity of metal frameworks. Additionally, the use of tooth-colored frameworks and clasps that blend with the gingiva contributes to a highly aesthetic result.
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