waxup
A wax-up, also written wax-up or wax-up model, is a three-dimensional wax representation of the planned final dentition used in dentistry to visualize and plan restorations. It is created on a patient’s diagnostic cast or from a digital scan and serves as a tangible prototype for esthetic and functional decision making before tooth preparation or fabrication.
The primary purposes of a wax-up are to aid treatment planning, communicate intent to the patient and
Process and variations: a diagnostic wax-up is typically created on a cast, with the clinician sculpting the
Benefits include improved esthetic predictability and communication, reduced chair time, and better lab coordination. Limitations involve