Yes. A correctly operated dental vacuum former can produce accurately fitting clear retainers. Retainer quality depends on the accuracy of the model, appropriate sheet material and thickness, correct heating and…
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What are the advantages of vacuum thermoforming?
Vacuum thermoforming is simple, fast and does not require an external compressed-air supply. Modern dental vacuum systems can provide rapid, accurate adaptation and are suitable for a broad range of…
What should I look for when buying a dental thermoforming machine?
Firstly, consider the appliances you intend to make and then choose the unit that best suits: vacuum versus pressure, heating control, automation, supported material range, ease of operation, availability of…
Is an automatic thermoforming machine worth the extra cost?
For practices and laboratories that thermoform regularly, automation can be worthwhile because it improves reproducibility and reduces the amount of staff attention required during each cycle. The value is greatest…
What is the difference between automatic and manual thermoforming machines?
Automatic thermoforming machines complete the heating and forming sequence independently after the operator initiates the program. Whilst manual machines require the user to be present during the heating sequence and…
Should I buy a vacuum former or pressure former?
For most dental appliances, a Erkoform rapid vacuum unit will provide excellent results and has the advantage of not requiring compressed air. Pressure forming may be preferable where additional forming…
What is the best dental thermoforming machine?
There is no single best Erkodent machine for every practice or laboratory. The right choice depends on the appliances being produced, workload, desired level of automation, whether compressed air is…
What equipment do I need to start dental thermoforming?
At minimum, you need a dental thermoforming machine, appropriate thermoforming materials, an accurate dental model and suitable cutting and finishing instruments. Depending on the workflow, you may also use forming…
What are the advantages of making dental appliances in-house?
In-house thermoforming can reduce turnaround time, improve control over materials and appliance design, and reduce dependence on external laboratory production for suitable cases. Once an accurate model is available, many…
What is the difference between thermoforming and vacuum forming?
Thermoforming is the overall process of heating a thermoplastic material and forming it over a model. Vacuum forming is one method of thermoforming. In vacuum forming, air is removed from…