A fundamental soldering technique for type 4 gold alloy framework to be veneered with tooth-colored composite material

Abstract

Denture retainers and pontics made of gold alloy are connected with one-piece casting, soldering, or welding. This technical report describes a fundamental soldering technique for type 4 gold alloy. The procedure reported here is applicable to frameworks to be veneered with composite facing materials. Both the advantages and disadvantages of the procedure are discussed.