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Diagnostic wax-ups are designed with both function and esthetics in mind, to bring your treatment plans to life before the handpiece ever touches a tooth.

Diagnostic Wax-Ups / Burbank Dental Lab

COMPOSITION

Traditional Wax-Up: Sculptable Wax
Digital Wax-Up: PMMA

FLEXURAL STRENGTH

5 Days

In restorative and esthetic dentistry, planning is everything. A diagnostic wax-up is one of the most powerful tools dentists have for visualizing outcomes, improving communication, and enhancing case acceptance. Whether you’re restoring a single tooth or designing a full-mouth rehabilitation, wax-ups serve as a roadmap for clinical success.

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At Burbank Dental Lab, we specialize in delivering high-precision
diagnostic wax-ups.

At Burbank Dental Lab, we specialize in delivering high-precision diagnostic wax-ups that help you and your patients make confident, informed decisions. Designed with both function and esthetics in mind, our wax-ups bring your treatment plans to life before the handpiece ever touches a tooth.

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Diagnostic Wax-ups, A Burbank Dental Lab product in our Esthetic All-Ceramic category of Products - Burbank Dental Lab - CA
Diagnostic Wax-ups, A Burbank Dental Lab product in our Esthetic All-Ceramic category of Products - Burbank Dental Lab - CA
Diagnostic Wax-ups, A Burbank Dental Lab product in our Esthetic All-Ceramic category of Products - Burbank Dental Lab - CA

What Is A Diagnostic Wax-Up?

A diagnostic wax-up is a dental model where missing or planned restorations are sculpted in wax on a stone or 3D-printed model of the patient’s teeth. This preview of the final result enables dentists to assess tooth position, occlusion, morphology, and esthetic contours.

Wax-ups are utilized in a wide range of treatment plans, including veneer cases, crown lengthening, implant restorations, bridges, and full-arch rehabilitations. They can be functional, esthetic, or both, depending on the treatment goals.

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Key Features of
Diagnostic Wax-Ups

  • Visual treatment preview – Provides a physical or digital model of proposed restorations before beginning irreversible procedures.
  • Case planning tool – Helps evaluate occlusion, vertical dimension, and restorative space.
  • Patient communication – Improves understanding and boosts treatment acceptance by showing patients what to expect.
  • Functional evaluation – Identifies occlusal or spacing issues early, reducing mid-treatment surprises.
  • Template for provisionals – Acts as a blueprint for fabricating temporary restorations that guide soft tissue and function.
  • Custom designed – Tailored to individual patient anatomy and clinical goals.

Indications for Use

Diagnostic wax-ups are recommended for:

At Burbank Dental Lab, we are committed to providing exceptional provisional restorations that meet both functional and aesthetic requirements.

Clinical Guidelines

To ensure your wax-up is as accurate and useful as possible, please provide the following:

  • Upper and lower impressions or digital scans – High-quality models or STL files. (See above image under What Is A Diagnostic-Wax Up?)
  • Bite registration – Record accurate occlusion and vertical dimension.
  • Photos and shade information – Include patient photos (smile, retracted, profile) to help guide esthetic contouring.
  • Treatment goals – Notes on tooth positioning, changes in length or shape, vertical changes, or planned surgical procedures.
  • Restoration type – Specify whether you’re planning veneers, dental crowns, bridges, or implant-supported restorations.
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Insertion Guidelines

Diagnostic wax-ups are non-restorative planning tools. They are used to inform treatment decisions and guide provisional fabrication or surgical planning. Once completed, wax-ups can be duplicated to create matrix guides, silicone indexes, or stents for use during tooth preparation or provisionalization.

  • Patient discussion tool – Use the wax-up to visually explain proposed changes, helping patients visualize the final outcome.
  • Feedback collection – Temporaries made from wax-ups offer a preview for patients, allowing them to provide input before final restorations.
  • Improved case acceptance – Showing the transformation with a wax-up can help reinforce treatment value and secure patient commitment.

Chairside Adustments

While wax-ups are crafted to be as precise as possible, clinicians may sometimes request minor modifications:

  • Additive changes – Wax can be added to modify contours or demonstrate alternate designs.
  • Tooth positioning – Discuss with our dental lab if mock-up changes are needed based on facial analysis or occlusal issues.
  • Template adjustment – When using the wax-up to fabricate provisionals, our team can provide a clear matrix or putty stent for easy chairside adaptation.

Why Choose Burbank Dental Lab for
Diagnostic Wax-Ups

At Burbank Dental Lab, we understand that a wax-up isn’t just a model; it’s the start of a successful treatment plan.

Here’s what sets our wax-ups apart:

  • Attention to detail – Every wax-up is carefully sculpted with esthetics, occlusion, and function in mind.
  • Custom collaboration – Our technicians work closely with you to ensure the wax-up accurately reflects your clinical vision.
  • Digital & traditional options – We accept both digital impressions and conventional models for ultimate convenience.
  • Esthetic preview services – Smile design previews available for complex or cosmetic cases.
  • Quick turnaround – Standard and expedited services available to keep your cases on schedule.

A diagnostic wax-up is a powerful communication and planning tool that gives both the dentist and patient a clear vision of the final result.

Whether you’re mapping out a single crown or designing an entire smile makeover, Burbank Dental Lab is your trusted partner for precision-crafted, esthetically driven wax-ups.

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FAQ

How can a diagnostic wax-up improve treatment acceptance?

When patients see a physical representation of the planned outcome, they’re more likely to understand the value of treatment and move forward with confidence.

Can I use a wax-up to make provisionals?

Yes. We can provide a clear matrix or putty stent based on the wax-up, allowing for fast and accurate provisional fabrication chairside.

Are diagnostic wax-ups available digitally?

Absolutely. We offer digital wax-ups that can be reviewed onscreen and used to design digitally fabricated provisionals or surgical guides.

How long does it take to receive a wax-up?

The standard turnaround time is typically 5 business days, depending on the case complexity. Expedited service is available on request.

What information should I send with my case?

Please include models or digital scans, bite registration, photos, treatment goals, and notes on desired outcomes.

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