[Report on the capsule dosage and mixing system. 1. Development, current state and prospects]

The author gives a survey of the development, present state and developmental possibilities of the capsule system (mechanical processing of dental materials predosed in capsules). Experimental studies and accounts of clinical experience of the last ten years show that the capsule system is a scientifically founded procedure characterized by a considerable effect of rationalization, the quality of work being improved. The advantages of the procedure are demonstrated by personal studies and the literature. The advantages lie in the fields of ergonomics, materials science and economics. They are in evidence especially in processing filling materials.