Patient Visit 4 - Trial Dentures (1-3 hrs.)

1. Objectives
a. To verify the jaw relation records and program the articulator
b. To evaluate the harmonious composition of the artificial teeth and
c. To obtain the patient's acceptance of the trial dentures
d. To complete the Checklist for Wax Trial Insertion Appointment

2. Instruments and Materials
a. Patient's chart
b. Gloves, mask and eye protection for patient and student/dentist
c. Articulator with trial dentures graded by one of the Prosthodontic faculty prior to patient appointment
d. Water bath heated to 140 degrees F (60 degrees C)
g. Hanau torch and matches
h. Mouthwash
i. Interocclusal recording media
j. Spatulas, wax
k. Buffalo Knife
l. Straight handpiece
m. Assortment of acrylic burs and stones
n. Baseplate wax, pink, two sheets
o. Mirrors (mouth and hand)

3. Preparation
a. Properly disinfect the assigned operatory and obtain starting check.
b. Have all instruments and materials ready before patient's arrival.
c. Seat the patient in an upright position and protect the patient's clothing with a napkin.