How Dr Warren Makes Provisional Teeth
Dr Warren Antonoff uses a 3D printer at Melton Dental House to produce the provisional All-on-4 teeth directly within the practice. Once printed, the teeth go through a structured preparation process before they are ready to be placed.
Saline Cleaning
After printing, the provisional teeth are placed in saline solution and cleaned twice. This step removes any residual material from the printing process and prepares the surface for the next stage.
Curing and Setting
The teeth are then cured to harden the material and set it into its final structure. Curing ensures the provisional teeth are solid and stable enough to function in the mouth during the healing phase.
Polishing and Placement
Once cured, the teeth are polished to refine the surface before being placed in the patient’s mouth. The entire process is completed within the practice on the day of surgery, as part of the All-on-4 Plus® same-session workflow.
Why Provisional Teeth Matter
Provisional teeth serve both a clinical and a practical purpose. Clinically, they allow Dr Warren to assess the bite, fit, and aesthetics of the planned design before the final teeth are produced. Any refinements can be identified and addressed during the provisional phase rather than after the final teeth have been made. Practically, patients leave their surgery appointment with a functional set of teeth in place rather than waiting through the healing period without teeth.
Book an All-on-4 Consultation at Melton Dental House
To find out whether All-on-4 treatment is appropriate for your situation, call Melton Dental House on (03) 8798 9798 or book a consultation online.
