I rediscovered this forum recently after being away for nearly 15 years. I have owned my private practice for 15 years and would like to know if anyone would like a few dental hacks I have found useful over the years. It may or may not translate well to your currently dental school but I thought some might be helpful.
As a for instance, a ball of red wax is pretty quick and dirty way to judge crown prep height. Have them bite on it then remove. Look at it in the light, if no show through you are pretty good. However check your normal way your school wants you to. once you know what a good wax ball looks like you will consistently know how well you have reduced the occlusal. Makes for quicker crowns in private practice.
Looking to help where I can
As a for instance, a ball of red wax is pretty quick and dirty way to judge crown prep height. Have them bite on it then remove. Look at it in the light, if no show through you are pretty good. However check your normal way your school wants you to. once you know what a good wax ball looks like you will consistently know how well you have reduced the occlusal. Makes for quicker crowns in private practice.
Looking to help where I can