Title: Fabricate miscellaneous appliances.
Course: Dental Careers II (14054-II) > Section: Performing Laboratory Procedures

Fabrication should include identification, selection, and placement of all materials needed for various types of trays, including

- self-curing acrylic
- vacuum form
- light-curing unit.

Fabrication should also include identifying specific requirements for appliances, such as

- mouthguards
  - athletic
  - night
  - occlusal
  - snoring
- fluoride and/or bleaching trays.

Process/Skill Questions:

- Why would a custom tray need to be fabricated?
- Which type of material is used for a vacuum form custom tray?
- What are the benefits of custom trays?
- Why would a night guard be recommended to a patient?
- What equipment is needed to construct an athletic mouth guard?
- What are the criteria for a finished appliance?