The Artex Articulator System: Clinical Setup and Applications
The Artex Articulator System: Clinical Setup and Applications
Course overview
The accurate setup of an articulator is essential for reliable occlusal analysis and predictable prosthodontic treatment. Understanding the components, adjustment mechanisms, and configuration options of the Artex articulator helps clinicians establish the appropriate settings for their clinical needs.
This lesson provides a practical overview of the Artex articulator system, focusing on its setup, configuration, and adjustment. You will explore the key components and learn how to configure the system and adjust its settings for accurate and consistent use in clinical practice.
During the lesson, you will learn about:
The main components and adjustment mechanisms of the Artex articulator
Assembly and initial setup of the articulator
Configuration options and selection of the appropriate setup
Adjustment of condylar guidance and Bennett angle
Setting the incisal guidance.
Course lessons
Lesson 1. The Artex Articulator: Setup and Configuration
Overview of the Artex articulator components and adjustment mechanisms
Selection of the appropriate articulator configuration
Step-by-step assembly and setup of the Artex articulator
Adjustment of condylar guidance and Bennett angle
Setting the incisal guidance
Calibration and verification of articulator settings
Common setup errors and troubleshooting.
