title: Silicone thermoplastic glue in model surgery.
abstract: A technique using thermoplastic silicone glue for stabilizing the casts for final positioning during model surgery is presented. This procedure, performed in the laboratory, allows for reassembling the separated cast segments or teeth effectively and efficiently.
authors.affiliation: Craniofacial Center, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan.
authors.forename: C S
authors.initials: CS
authors.lastname: Huang
authors.forename: J W
authors.initials: JW
authors.lastname: Polley
authors.forename: E J
authors.initials: EJ
authors.lastname: Liou
authors.forename: A A
authors.initials: AA
authors.lastname: Figueroa
mesh_terms: D000269:Adhesives; D006801:Humans; D008953:Models, Anatomic; D003765:Models, Dental; D056948:Orthognathic Surgical Procedures; D010347:Patient Care Planning; D012826:Silicone Elastomers
chemical_list: D000269:Adhesives; D012826:Silicone Elastomers