SOFT PARAFFIN WAX Bite takSOFT PARAFFIN WAX
Bite taking in the posterior region ing in the posterior region
The method of improving a denture which is difficult to chew dramatically and easily.
Flow chart for soft paraffin wax
Main complaint
Main complaint
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Examination・Diagnosis
1. Verbal examination listen to patients’ story attentively.
2. Inspection(visual examination) check occlusion and esthetics.
3. Palpation examine occlusal position
- ・Soft paraffin wax
Bite taking in the posterior region with soft paraffin wax.
- Ask a patient to bite gently.
- You have done it very well.
- O.k. you have done it very well
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- Mounting on an articulator
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- Occlusal adjustment and esthetic correction
In order to check occlusion, cut off a soft paraffin wax to a width of 22-24㎜
（a soft paraffin wax cutter－it is available at our firm at the price of \2.000）
Soften a paraffin wax with flame
Fold it two times to a width of about 7-10㎜
and to make a three fold thickness.
Place it on the occlusal surface in the posterior region.
Repeat the same procedure on the opposing teeth
Place it on the occlusal surface in the posterior region.
Repeat the same procedure on the opposing teeth
