The diagnostic wax-up is a tool that can be used for diagnosis and treatment of single-tooth implants, using wax or denture teeth set in wax. Tech. could prep a little to creat more ideal shape.
The diagnostic casts and diagnostic wax up can assist in estimating the amount of restorative space available and point out any need for treatment in the opposing arch to obtain such space. It can help in evaluating the planned occlusal scheme and indicate which modifications are needed in the remaining dentition. Additionally, the diagnostic digital wax up can be used as means of communication between the clinician, the technician, and the patient.