Temp Grippers and Their Uses in Dentistry
Temp grippers, also known as temporary crown grippers or crown removers, are specialized dental tools used primarily in restorative dentistry. These instruments are designed to facilitate the placement, adjustment, and removal of temporary crowns, bridges, or other provisional restorations. Temp grippers come in various forms, including manual and mechanical versions, each tailored to provide optimal control and precision. · They are essential for ensuring that temporary crowns fit snugly and comfortably over prepared teeth, protecting them while permanent restorations are being fabricated. · The grippers allow dentists to gently yet firmly grasp the temporary crown, enabling easy adjustments or removal without causing damage to the underlying tooth structure or surrounding tissues. · This tool is particularly useful during the trial fitting phase, where adjustments to the temporary restoration may be necessary to achieve proper occlusi...