Featured Cases

Implants and attachments are not new, but they have developed to become a very useful and successful way of stabilizing not only full dentures but partial dentures too.

In this case there are bilateral replace select abutments on either side of the arch aimed at replacing all the lost posterior dentition. By using the very stable and firm fitting locator attachments placed within the acrylic of the metal partial, the plate will firmly click into place without the use of unsightly clasps, maximizing aesthetics, fit, form and function.

This is a cost effective alternative to multiple implant sites and extensive restorative work.

It is critical to verify the fit of the attachments both on the model and in the mouth before continuing the case. Note the acrylic verification jig with temporary locator housings in place.

Check back regularly to find out more information about our featured cases.  If you have a case that you would like to let us know about, please contact us.

Shade Taking

General Points

It is important that shades are taken:

• In daylight.

• Before tooth preparation.

• On a dried but slightly moist tooth.

• After bleaching (if this is required).

• On a clean tooth (if a tooth has abnormal surface staining or discoloration a scale and polish may be necessary).

Shade Guides

Probably the best known and longest used shade guide is the Vita Lumin Vacuum Guide which has been around for many years. It is broken down into four main colour groups:

A - Redish,Warm
B - Gold/Yellowish
C - Grayish
D - Brownish

Vita Linear 3D Master is a refinement and simplification of the original 3D Master Shade Guide.

With this guide you start by selecting the basic shade from 5 shade tabs. Once you’ve chosen the closest shade each one breaks down into a selection of shades in that group. We recommend this guide for its simplicity, ease of use and good range of shades beyond the range of the original Vita Lumin Guide.

Digital Photography

We use this ourselves as part of our shade taking process for patients and find this an invaluable tool. 

It is particularly helpful in showing characterisation of teeth, as well as giving a shade reference when the photo is taken by placing the shade guide next to the tooth/teeth to be prepped.

Photos can easily be emailed to us, or sent with the job in a memory stick.

Need help choosing a suitable camera?  We can offer a competitively priced package including camera, ring flash and printer.  Contact us for further information