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Essix

A simple, cost-effective, wire-free way to temporize an implant site or other edentulous space while healing.

Essix
Essix® is a temporary Appliance with Denture Teeth fabricated from clear thermoformed material. The Essix appliance fits securely over the existing dentition while incorporating shade-matched denture teeth to restore the appearance of the edentulous area. The appliance provides a simple removable option for maintaining space and esthetics during transitional treatment phases until definitive restorations can be completed.The Essix appliance is fabricated using high-quality materials designed that is Thermoformed and then contoured with burs and polished with felt wheels for a smooth finish.
ISO-certified ERKODENT® polyurethane discs​
BPA-free and non-allergenic material
1 Year Warranty

Material Thickness Guidelines

Material thickness is selected based on the number of teeth replaced:​
1-3 Teeth
Processing
4-5 Teeth
1.0 mm
6+ Teeth
2.0 mm

For esthetic harmony, denture teeth are selected to match the requested shade and edentulous space dimensions.​

Supplemental Information ​

Features and Benefits​
A clear, lightweight appliance with shade-matched denture teeth provides immediate temporary tooth replacement while maintaining a natural smile during healing or transitional treatment.​
Indications​
  • Temporary replacement of 1–6 missing teeth​
  • Post-extraction provisional or during implant healing (osseointegration)​
  • Esthetic replacement, especially for anterior teeth​
  • Young patients not yet eligible for implants​
  • Short-term cosmetic solution for events or transitional treatment
Contraindications
  • Cases requiring functional chewing support​​
  • Large edentulous spans, especially posterior​​
  • Heavy occlusion or bruxism​
  • Poor oral hygiene or non-compliant patients​
  • Situations needing occlusal support or stability (consider acrylic flipper or RPD instead)
Functional Alternative​
  • Cases requiring functional chewing support​​
  • Large edentulous spans, especially posterior​​
  • Heavy occlusion or bruxism​
  • Poor oral hygiene or non-compliant patients​
  • Situations needing occlusal support or stability (consider acrylic flipper or RPD instead)
Working Time & Additional Services​
  • Scan & Save service available for future remakes
  • If a model must be printed, please allow an additional 2–5 days for fabrication​
What to Send​
  • Full Arch Impression – PVS or Digital Scan​
  • Clearly indicate on the prescription (RX) which teeth are being replaced​
  • Provide the requested tooth shade​

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