Orthodontic Split Fixator
1. FIELDS OF APPLICATION
The Orthodontic Split Fixator is a vertically adjustable occlusion holder with adjustable bite opening forfunctional orthodontics. Two round telescopes prevent rotation in the horizontal axis.
2. ADVANTAGES
3. PROCESSING /INSTRUCTIONS
Mounting of models into the fixator Firstly the centring tips are
screwed
tightly into the fixator arms and the arms are greased. The upper and
lower models, which are waxed together, are fixed between the
centring tips and the knurled screws
Orthodontic Split Fixator are tightened.Subsequently both model bases can
now be covered with plaster and the lower model can be set into a prepared
plaster cake. Plaster is applied to the base of the upper model and smoothened
with the fixator. The exposed areas of the fixator and the screw slits must be
cleaned of plaster before setting.
Removal of models from fixator After complete unscrewing of the
centring tips the models can be drawn off respectively pushed out from fixator
arms without canting. If the models should be put back into
the Orthodontic Split Fixator the contact areas particularly the ones on
the plaster model must be thoroughly examined for cleanness. It is important
to allocate the models to the respective fixator parts.