Title: Dental Waxes and Dental Ceramics
Course: DES 1100 Dental Materials > Section: Module 9 - Dental Waxes and Dental Ceramics

Introduction

This module will provide the dental hygiene student with an introduction to the various types of waxes used in dentistry. The importance of waxes in the fabrication of restorations will be apparent.The lost wax technique, which is used in the fabrication of metal restorations will be introduced. This module details the various aspects of dental ceramics including the different types of porcelain restorations and the various processes available to fabricate these restorations.

Dental hygienists should be knowledgeable of the various types of ceramics restorations they may encounter in the practice of dental hygiene. The dental hygienist is responsible for the maintenance of these materials and they should have a thorough understanding of these materials so that they may explain and answer questions that patients may have about ceramic restorations.

Objectives

Upon completion of this module, the student will be able to:

- Differentiate between direct and indirect waxings and identify which property of dental waxes is most important in their difference.
- List the methods of fabrication for allceramic restorations.
- Define chroma, value, and hue.
- Describe steps to be taken to ensure proper conditions for shade taking.

Readings & Resources

Dental Materials, Clinical Applications for Dental Assistants and Dental Hygienists, Hatrick, Eakle, & Bird, Chapter 18, pp. 252-258 and Chapter 8, pp. 99-109.

Assignments and Activities

- Post in the Module 9 Discussion Board.
- Complete the Module 9 Reflective Assignment.
- Complete the Module 9 Additional Resources Assignment.
- Complete the Module 9 Quiz.