Proportion gauge for esthetic dentistry introduced

    June 18, 2007
    Color-coded gauge provides single-instrument accuracy, efficiency.

    CHICAGO, Illinois--Hu-Friedy, a leading manufacturer of hand-held dental instruments, introduces Chu's Proportion Gauge to correct and enhance patient esthetics and optimal oral function.

    The color-coded gauge helps dentists easily and accurately measure the size and proportion discrepancies of the maxillary anterior teeth using one single instrument.

    Designed with the ideal predetermined ratio, the Proportion Gauge has two color-coded measuring tips to measure length and width simultaneously. The T-bar tip and In-line tip sizes and proportions teeth with normal alignment and crooked/crowded teeth, respectively.

    "What I appreciate most about Chu's Proportion Gauge is the fact that it measures the length and width right the first time, and reduces repeated crown, bridge and veneer adjustments," said Peter Pizzi, CDT, MDT. "The instrument provides very useful information in establishing excellent esthetic results and they become a tool[s] of communication that is needed among the DR/Tech team. As a 'quick' reference guide, these instruments will provide long term esthetic results. I think this is a winner of a product."

    The field of esthetic dentistry today is evolving rapidly to meet consumer demands for quality esthetic improvements and optimal oral health functioning.

    To meet those demands, laboratory partners are more important than ever for the dental professionals. The innovative design of Chu's Proportion Gauge also acts as a reference guide, facilitating communication between the dentist and lab technician. This helps the doctor create the right esthetic fit and oral health functioning.

    For nearly a century, Hu-Friedy has prided itself on a unique commitment to dental practitioners that drives product development and innovation. Chu's Proportion Gauge was developed through a collaborative effort with dental community thought leaders and Hu-Friedy experts.

    For more information about Hu-Friedy or Chu's proportion gauge, please contact (800) HU-FRIEDY or visit Hu-Friedy.