GDC P.K Thomas #1 (Pkt1)

• Instrument Type: The GDC P.K Thomas #1 (Pkt1) is a dental wax carver, specifically designed for shaping and carving wax patterns used in dental prosthetics.
• Wax Pattern Carving: Its primary purpose is to carve, shape, and refine wax patterns with precision. These wax patterns are crucial in the creation of dental crowns, bridges, dentures, and other dental prosthetics.
• Softening Capability: Some models of this carver can be heated externally, allowing the user to soften the wax material. This feature enhances the pliability of the wax, making it easier to work with and mold into the desired shape.
• Blunt Blade: The blade of the carver is typically blunt, which is ideal for the precise manipulation of wax without damaging it. This design ensures that the wax is sculpted with accuracy.
• Variety of Sizes and Shapes: Different versions of dental wax carvers may come with various blade shapes and sizes. This variety allows dental technicians to choose the most suitable carver for their specific wax modeling needs.
• Ergonomic Handle: The handle of the carver is designed with ergonomics in mind, providing a comfortable and secure grip. This ergonomic handle design ensures greater control and accuracy during the wax carving process.
• Material: The GDC P.K Thomas #1 (Pkt1) dental wax carver is typically made from high-quality stainless steel. Stainless steel is chosen for its durability, resistance to corrosion, and ease of cleaning and sterilization.
• Sterilization: While sterilization may not be as critical for wax carving instruments as it is for surgical instruments, it’s essential to maintain cleanliness and disinfect the tool between uses to prevent contamination of the wax patterns.
• Versatility: This tool is versatile and widely used in dental laboratories for a variety of wax modeling tasks, including shaping crowns, bridges, and denture frameworks.
• Precision: The blunt blade and ergonomic handle design ensure precision in detailing and adjustments to create wax patterns that closely match the patient’s dental anatomy.

GDC P.K Thomas #1 (Pkt1)

The GDC P.K Thomas #1 (Pkt1) is a precision dental wax carver used by technicians in dental laboratories. Its blunt blade, ergonomic handle, and optional heating capability facilitate meticulous shaping and detailing of wax patterns for dental prosthetics, ensuring accurate and high-quality results in the creation of crowns, bridges, and dentures.

Purpose: This dental wax carver serves several essential purposes in the field of dentistry:

• Wax Pattern Carving: Dental technicians and dental lab professionals use it to carve, shape, and refine wax patterns. These wax patterns are essential components in the creation of dental prosthetics such as crowns, bridges, and dentures. The carver allows for precise and intricate shaping of the wax material to create accurate dental replicas.
• Softening Wax: The carver can be heated, typically through an external heat source, to soften the wax. Softening the wax makes it more pliable, allowing for easier manipulation and detailing during the carving process.
• Detailing and Adjustments: Dental wax carvers are designed with precision in mind. They enable technicians to make fine adjustments and add intricate details to the wax patterns to ensure they closely match the patient’s dental anatomy.

• Type: Wax Carver
• Category: Prosthodontics
• Material: Stainless Steel
• Disposable / Reusable: Reusable
• Autoclavable: Yes

• 1 x P.K Thomas