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The dowelklip: a device for dowel pin placement.

T A George, J R Holmes

    The Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry
    |February 1, 1985
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    Summary

    The dowelklip is an innovative design for dental dowel pin placement, offering a practical solution for routine restorative procedures. It provides an effective alternative for dentists seeking better methods than traditional sticky wax or match sticks.

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    Area of Science:

    • Dentistry
    • Dental Materials Science

    Background:

    • Traditional methods for dowel pin placement, such as sticky wax and match sticks, have limitations.
    • Complex die positioning systems can be expensive and may not be cost-effective for all dental practices.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To introduce and evaluate the dowelklip, an original design for dowel pin placement.
    • To provide an alternative solution for dentists performing routine fixed restorative procedures.

    Main Methods:

    • The study describes the design and application of the dowelklip system.
    • The dowelklip's performance is assessed based on its ability to meet requirements for routine dental treatments.

    Main Results:

    • The dowelklip design meets most requirements for many routine dental treatment procedures.
    • It offers a viable alternative for dentists not performing a high volume of restorative work.

    Conclusions:

    • The dowelklip is a practical and cost-effective option for dowel pin placement in general dental practice.
    • This design addresses the need for an improved method over conventional techniques for specific clinical scenarios.

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