Transparent mandibular quadrant arch model with anatomical teeth and inferior alveolar nerve
Buccal side shows the mental foramen and mandibular canal
Lingual side shows the mandibular foramen, inferior alveolar nerve and partially impacted wisdom tooth (#8)
Purpose
To explain to patients the relationship between the teeth and the inferior alveolar nerve
By combining with the patient’s x-ray image, the model can be an effective tool in describing the lower canals and nerves, thus helping patients understand better
Useful when describing how each tooth is connected to the nerve and explaining anesthesia and tooth extraction procedures
