December 18th - Section 3: Build-Up and Finalize

Design Step 3: Build-Up and Finalize
6 Unit Bridge & 4 Single Copings with Vacuum Formed Template

Once the frameworks are created, the final step is to add support and properly shape them by using the virtual wax knife. The amplitude and radius of the can be adjusted to add proper support or remove for more porcealin clearance.

Measurements can be taken by using several methods to ensure proper clearance as well as support.

The suckdown is used to ensure proper alignment of the framework and to check cusp height.

December 18th - Section 2: Margin Design and Pontic Placement

Design Step 2 - Margin Design and Pontic Placement

6 Unit Bridge & 4 Single Copings with Vacuum Formed Template

The first step is to define the margin line. Several methods can be used to accurately created our margin line. This is done for each abutment individually by rotating the die to view it from as many different views as possible.

After the margins are defined, the design process of the actual coping begins. Defaulted setting create our virtual "cement gap". Several settings are available for various frameworks, i.e., single copings, bridge units, copings over implant abutments, etc. For the single copings we use a standard cement space and for bridge units we allow for a more passive fit.

After the copings and framework abutments are created, pontics and connectors are dropped into place to create the rest of the bridge. Pontics have full range of motion to adjust them into proper alignment and leave enough support and space for porcelain.
Checking the alignment of the central abutment and lateral pontic.

December 18th - Section 1: Selection and Insertion Direction

Design Step 1: Selection and Insertion Direction

6 Unit Bridge & 4 Single Copings with Vacuum Formed Template

Overview of entire case showing the vacuum formed template (suckdown) in purple. The suckdown was made from a pre-op study model that was included with the case. We can use the suckdown as a guide for cusp and pontic placement.
Each individual tooth is selected for both single copings and frameworks. By selecting pontics at site 7, 9, & 10 the program will drop in the correct shape pontic in spot selected minimizing the amount of design time needed to create a proper framework. Single copings are also selected individually. After all the teeth are selected properly the path of insertion is shown. In the case of a bridge, all eight green dots around each abutment must be visible to ensure a proper draw. The insertion direction can be manually altered if needed. The framework can also be rotated and viewed from many different angles. The red on the dies indicated an area in undercut. Any undercut coming over the margin line will need to be manually realigned to find a correct path of insertion. If undercut is present on the face of the die, as indicated in the picture above, the program will do a virtual blockout meaning waxing and rescanning is not needed.

Precise Milling

"What impressed me was the fact that this system can mill a true knife-edge margin that doesn't necessitate additional finishing. I've not seen this capability in other milling systems. Centralized milling makes sense for today's lab industry. Technology is evolving at an extreme pace, and lab owners would have to spend endless dollars in an effort to keep up. We can provide this technology at a cost that is affordable and profitable to dental labs regardless of their size."

- Joe Jennings, CDT

General Manager, Vericore

Milling Room

Wherever there is a need for cost-effective, high-quality solutions, the Vericore System fits perfect. Small labs appreciate the affordability and flexibility of the system, while all labs are enthusiastic about the high quality and margin integrity that minimizes the need for manual finishing. No matter the staffing levels, expertise or existing equipment, the Vericore System is a perfect fit and delivers unmatched turnaround speed.

Vericore Scanning

Vericore software allows users to design the right coping and abutment for each situation and automates many of the steps, including preparation lines, the optimal path of insertion for bridges and tightness of fit. The system detects and virtually blocks out undercuts and estimates the orientation and scaling of crowns and pontics.

The Vericore Team

Stuart Steinbock - President Vericore
Joe Jennings, CDT - General Manager
Chris Freudenberger - Director of Sales
Jeff Lefebvre - West Division Sales Rep
Jason Weiss - Customer Support/IT
Steve Thornton - Zr Milling Technician
Mike Donian - Ti Milling Technician
Michele Adkins, CDT - Dental Technician
Robert Henson, CDT - Dental Technician
Markita Ashby - Administrative Assistant
Scott Bankhead - Milling Center Assistant