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Buccal
Of
the cheeks
Buccal
Shield
Also
called the labial shield. Term refers to the continuous roll of
material on the outer edge of the biting surface of the mouthguard.
This shield overhangs the edge by about 3mm and works in conjunction
with the flat occlusal table it surrounds to significantly reduce
the number of lower jaw fractures.
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Chromium
cobalt
A
generic term used to describe a class of metal alloy used commonly
to make cast metal framework dentures.
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GEL
Term
used by Signature Mouthguards to describe the intimate customising
material available with the Signature Type 3 ProPlusGel Mouthguards.
This GEL is a special addition silicone material.
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Labial
Of
the lips
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Labial
Shield
Also
called the buccal shield. Term refers to the continuous roll of
material on the outer edge of the biting surface of the mouthguard.
This shield overhangs the edge by about 3mm and works in conjunction
with the flat occlusal table it surrounds to significantly reduce
the number of lower jaw fractures.
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Lamination
The
use of multiple layers of material formed over each other and bonded
together to produce a single unit of material. Generally provides
increased strength and allows more flexible customisation of the
mouthguard.
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Occlusal
Surface
A
term from clinical dentistry to describe that surface which bites
or fits up against teeth of the opposite jaw.
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Occlusal
Table
Describes
the flat biting (occlusal) surface of the mouthguard where the opposing
teeth (usually the lower teeth) meet evenly and simultaneously.
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Oro-facial
Relating
to the mouth and face.
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RDT
Registered
Dental Technician
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Thermoforming
/ Thermoformers
This
general term has different meanings depending on the particular
industry. In technical dentistry, thermoforming is a process of
using heat and applied pressure to material being thermoformed.
The materials used in Signature mouthguards are ethyl vinyl acetate
(EVA) and polycarbonate.
The
thermoforming process is carried out in a temporarily sealed chamber
in a thermoforming machine. While the process is technically superior
to older vacuum forming methods, extensive research and experience
has had to be acquired to ensure that the correct thickness and
even distribution of material in the mouthguard is achieved. Expert
techniques
and quality control is paramount.
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Vacuum
Forming
This
is the older technique of forming technology used in mouthguard
construction. In general terms it uses an air evacuation system
to facilitate the forming of material over a model.
It
is said that the pressure achieved is less than that achieved in
the latest thermoforming techniques and thus the tendency for material
thinning and uneven distribution in critical areas is increased.
Lamination is also not practical using this technology.
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