Yes. Thermoforming is a well-established method for producing hard, soft and hard/soft occlusal splints. Material and thickness are selected according to the appliance design, and the formed splint can then…
FAQ Tag: Occluform-3
How do you adjust the occlusion on a thermoformed splint?
The occlusal surface can be adjusted after forming using appropriate rotary instruments and polishing techniques. Where compatible, additional material may also be added. An alternative is to incorporate the opposing…
Can occlusion be incorporated during thermoforming?
Yes. With an Erkoform machine and Occluform-3, the antagonist can be brought into the heated material during the forming process so an initial occlusal relationship is incorporated directly into the…
Is vacuum forming suitable for occlusal splints?
Yes. Vacuum forming is widely used for hard, soft and hard/soft occlusal splints. A suitable material and thickness must be selected for the intended splint design. With the Erkoform range,…