25.10.2023
Dental
Why FAB Polyamide 12 is the better alternative compared to polycarbonate
Choosing the right material, such as medical grade polycarbonate or other polymers for dental applications, is a critical factor in determining the patient’s comfort and ultimate experience of success.
Therefore, it is important to choose a material which not only offers the quality and durability you expect, but also has a higher biocompatibility. This is where FAB Polyamide 12 comes in.
The advantages of FAB Polyamide 12 over polycarbonate
Compared to polycarbonate, FAB Polyamide 12 offers numerous advantages. One significant advantage is its excellent biocompatibility. Milling blanks made from polycarbonate, although common in the dental industry, contain bisphenol-A (BPA), a chemical which is under debate and increasing criticism.
Due to the potentially harmful effects of BPA on human health, MINDFAB Dental has decided to eliminate polycarbonate from its materials portfolio.
FAB Polyamide 12: safety for allergy sufferers
FAB Polyamide 12 consists of 100% polyamide 12. It does not contain plasticizers, radical starters such as bisphenol-A listed above or residual monomers as in common PMMA splints. Polyamide 12 is traded as bioinert (= no interaction with the body), which explains its low allergic potential.
This does not mean that allergic reactions can be excluded, but they are much less likely than with other common splint materials.
FAB Polyamide 12: Durable and gentle on teeth
Furthermore, FAB Polyamide 12 is particularly suitable for heavy bruxists (people who grind or clench their teeth heavily). This material, a special nylon, is characterized by its outstanding resistance and durability.
It ensures that your patients receive a long-lasting, comfortable and irritation-free solution.
FAB Polyamide 12: Good choice for customized bleaching splints
In modern dentistry, customized bleaching splints are becoming increasingly popular to help patients achieve a radiant smile. The right material for these splints is of paramount importance to ensure efficient yet safe application. Here, the suitability of FAB Polyamide 12 is once again demonstrated. Thanks to its biocompatibility and durability, it is ideal for use in bleaching splints.
It ensures that the bleaching gel is evenly distributed, while providing maximum comfort and fit for the wearer. The radiant smiles of your patients after such treatment will not only boost their self-confidence, but also confirm your decision to use FAB Polyamide 12.
Quality and sustainability at the heart of MINDFAB
This commitment to quality and sustainability is central to MINDFAB Dental’s philosophy. Our goal is to continuously distinguish ourselves as health care experts and pragmatic problem solvers.
With materials such as FAB Polyamide 12, we offer you and your patients innovative and trustworthy solutions.
Our commitment: to optimize your processes and improve your expertise
Choosing FAB Polyamide 12 polymer discs reflects not only our high quality standards, but also our commitment to providing you with advanced and safe materials. We understand the requirements of your work and use our expertise to provide you with proven and innovative solutions.
With MINDFAB, you have a partner at your side to help you optimize your work processes and stay on the cutting edge of technology. Your success and the safety of your patients are our focus.
We have tested the FAB Polyamide 12 for you
We tested the resilient splint material FAB Polyamide 12 for its toughness and stability in an unconventional test procedure, with impressive results. We invite you to see for yourself in our video.
You can watch the video here
Milled at CADdent and available as blank at MINDFAB.