Overview: This guide provides clinicians with instructions for the delivery, adjustment, and maintenance of Dandy acrylic partial dentures, including regulatory and safety information.
Directions for Clinical Delivery
To ensure the proper fit and stability of the acrylic partial denture, follow these clinical steps:
Inspect the Prosthetic: Ensure the acrylic partial denture is clean and free of any debris.
Prepare the Patient: Rinse the patient's mouth with warm water before inserting the acrylic partial denture.
Insert the Denture: Gently place the acrylic partial denture in the mouth. Use your fingers to guide the acrylic partial denture into place.
Verify Seating: Instruct the patient to gently bite down on the acrylic partial denture to ensure stability. Avoid using excessive force.
Adjust Occlusion: Use carbon articulation paper to identify heavy occlusion points on the acrylic partial denture.
Adjustment Guidelines
Follow these technical specifications when adjusting the acrylic resin to prevent micro-fractures or overheating:
Handpiece Settings: Operate the bur at high speed with minimal pressure. Always use water and air spray to maintain the temperature.
Bur Selection: Use a fine-grit diamond bur. Air-only handpiece adjustments are not recommended.
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Surface Shaping: * Use a football-shaped bur for occlusal and lingual surfaces.
Use a tapered bur for buccal and lingual surfaces.
Cleaning and Maintenance
Instruct the patient on the following care requirements for the acrylic partial denture:
Daily Cleaning: Clean the acrylic partial denture before and after every use.
Debris Removal: Immediately after removal, use warm water (not exceeding 45°C/113°F) and mild soap to remove saliva.
Storage: Store the final denture in a clean, dry place. Avoid excessive heat or pressure to prevent warping.
Disposal and Biohazard Handling
Dispose of used or unclaimed dentures as regulated biohazardous waste due to contact with saliva and blood.
Containment: Use red biohazard bags and authorized carriers for disposal.
Destruction: Incineration is the standard method for final destruction.
Confidentiality: Redact or destroy all patient information on lab boxes and bases before disposal.
ADA Codes
| Acrylic (Flipper) Partial Denture | ||
| Immediate Maxillary | D5227 | Immediate maxillary partial denture: flexible base (including any clasps, rests and teeth) |
| Immediate Mandibular | D5228 | Immediate mandibular partial denture: flexible base (including any clasps, rests and teeth) |
| For Unilateral Resin | ||
| Resin Quadrant | D5286 | Removable unilateral partial denture: one piece resin (including retentive and clasping materials, rests, and teeth) per quadrant |
| Adjustments | ||
| Partial Denture: Maxillary | D5421 | Adjust partial denture—maxillary |
| Partial Denture: Mandibular | D5422 | Adjust partial denture—mandibular |
| Add On's | ||
| Metal Mesh substructure | D5876 | Add metal substructure to acrylic full denture (per arch) |