Dental welding titanium and its clinical usage
College of Stomatology, West Chian University of Medical Sciences, Chengdu 610041.
Abstract
Due to its excellent biocompatibility, desirable chemical and mechanical properties, Titanium has been used for implant denture, RPD and FPD, where welding techniques were indispensable. This paper introduces 5 useful modern ways to weld Titanium and their clinical usage. They are: laser, plasma welding, TIG, infraned brazing and Hruska electrowelding.