Why Specify Sunflex® Partials?
Avantages
- No metal clasps — only tissue-colored clasps
that blend with natural teeth
- More stain-resistant than other flexible acrylics
- Has the perfect degree of flexibility
- Can be relined and repaired
- Will not warp or become brittle
- More comfortable, durable and stronger
Indications
- An aesthetically superior removable partial with full functionality and comfort
- Ideal for patients considering a removable
partial and that do not want metal clasps
- Perfect for patients that are allergic to monomer
- Excellent implant temporary partial
- The invisible flexible partial — no metal clasps
- Can be used in combination with metal framework
or precision attachments
Preparation
No tooth preparation is needed, only a lightweight
alginate impression that is poured up immediately
and a counter-model.
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Insertion Techniques
This first step is very important as it allows for a smooth
insertion and a good adaptation with your patient’s natural
tissues. Submerge the Sunflex® Partial restoration in very
hot water for approximately one minute. When the case
cools to a tolerable temperature, gently insert it into the
patient’s mouth. In case of clasp tightness, the clasp may
be loosened by submerging that part in hot water for 30
seconds, removing it and gently bending the clasp out
while holding it underneath running cold tap water.
The clasp can also be tightened by following the same
procedure but bending the clasp inward. If the restoration
needs further adjustment we recommend the SunFlex®
Brown Rubber Points. Set your handpiece on the lowest
speed and use fast, light scraping back and forth motions
to reduce area. DO NOT grind in one spot, be sure to keep
the point in constant motion (too much pressure may burn
or distort the restoration). The rubber point is very gentle
and will reduce slowly, evenly and leave a smooth surface.
Usually repolishing is not necessary for minor adjustments.
If major adjustments are needed, follow the same procedure
as above and then buff with a small buff wheel (using the
same technique as with the Brown Rubber Point, slow speed,
rapid back and forth movements).
NOTE: Fibers that appear during grinding can be removed
with a very sharp blade. Remind patients to read and
follow the instructions found in the “Patient Care”
section below.
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Preparation for Adding Teeth
Be sure the base of the partial is completely clean. Take an
alginate impression with the partial in place in the mouth.
Make sure that the partial is fully seated in the impression
material. Pour up immediately.
Send to laboratory with instructions. When you receive the case from the laboratory and are ready to fit it into the patient’s mouth, follow the hot water submersion procedure again. Remind your patients to read and follow the instructions found in “Patient Care".
Preparation for a Reline
Due to the nature of this product, a simple reline cannot
be made; however, the partial can easily be jumped into
a new base by your laboratory. Take a rubber base
impression under the partial, The patient should close the
mouth as the rubber base material sets. Once set, take an
alginate impression with the partial in place. Remove the
impression from the mouth, keeping the partial in the
alginate impression. Pour the model immediately, DO NOT
separate the partial from the model (the laboratory needs
to work with the partial on the model).
Send to laboratory with instructions. When you receive
the case from the laboratory and are ready to fit it into the patients mouth, follow the hot water submersion procedure again.
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Patient Care
Sunflex® Partials are fabricated from a strong biocompatible
nylon thermoplastic. Taking care of your new partial is very
easy. In order to keep your restoration looking and feeling like new, please follow these simple recommendations:
- Continue to brush your natural teeth and gums
as directed by your dentist.
- Clean your restoration daily. Simply rinse your restoration
under warm running water for approximately 30 seconds
to 1 minute in order to remove any food particles prior to
soaking it in denture cleaner.
- With a soft denture brush, brush your restoration
using water only. Rinse again.
- Place your restoration in denture cleaner for at least
30 minutes per day.
- When you are not wearing it, keep your restoration
in water or denture solution.
- DO NOT use bleach toothpaste or similar cleaning products as these may scratch the surface of your restoration.
- Please remember that although Sunflex® is unbreakable,
the teeth are not. Please handle
your partial with care.
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