What are the material properties and clinical benefits of the Acetal Partial?
ROE lists the following material properties and clinical benefits for acetal partials.
| Benefit | What it means clinically |
|---|---|
| Superior manufacturing precision | Milled fabrication eliminates injection heating and cooling, avoiding expansion or shrinkage for exceptional accuracy |
| Exceptional material properties | 99.9% pure, highly crystalline thermoplastic with 90 MPa strength and superior fatigue resistance |
| Adaptive flexibility | Flexible when thin for comfortable clasps, but rigid when thick for structural support |
| Optimal moisture resistance | Virtually zero water absorption prevents staining, odor development, and dimensional changes |
| No thermal conductivity | Eliminates temperature sensitivity for enhanced patient comfort during eating and drinking |
| Strategic clasp placement | Clasps engage teeth instead of tissue, reducing tissue irritation and improving retention |
| Excellent esthetics | Clasps available in most shades for seamless integration |
| Metal-free solution | Suited to patients with metal allergies or sensitivities to traditional frameworks |
| Enhanced patient comfort | Flexible clasp engagement reduces pressure on abutment teeth while maintaining reliable retention |
| Biocompatible performance | Excellent tissue compatibility with minimal inflammatory response |
| Easy maintenance | Non-porous surface resists plaque accumulation and simplifies patient hygiene protocols |
| Customizable options | Available in multiple disc sizes (98.5mm) and thicknesses (15mm, 20mm, 25mm) for optimal design flexibility |
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- Phone: (216) 663-2233
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