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. 2022 Nov-Dec;12(6):859-862.
doi: 10.1016/j.jobcr.2022.09.013. Epub 2022 Sep 26.

Hybrid tracer - A modified novel extra oral tracer

Nithin Kumar Sonnahalli  1 , Prajna P Shetty  2 , Ramesh Chowdhary  2
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Hybrid tracer - A modified novel extra oral tracer

Nithin Kumar Sonnahalli et al. J Oral Biol Craniofac Res. 2022 Nov-Dec.

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Abstract

Introduction: Gothic arch Tracing has been a common modality in the recording of centric jaw relation. There has been two ways of recording the gothic tracing. They are extra oral and intra oral tracing. Among the extra oral tracers hight tracers are the most used tracers.

Aim: Intra-oral and extra-oral tracers have a number of individual advantages and limitations. With the idea to overcome the short comings of both the tracers, hybrid tracers were made. Hybrid tracers could be a good alternative to the Hight-tracer in recording centric relation and can provide better clinical and teaching experience to the students.

Methodology: The hybrid tracer is a two-component assembly, upper and lower component. The upper component has a central bearing plate and stylus in continuation with the central bearing plate. The lower component has central bearing device with three central bearing points one anteriorly and two posteriorly, and it has a tracing platform (15 × 35 mm) in continuation with the central bearing device. The length of these upper and lower components ismade to confine within the incisal rod of semi adjustable articulator.

Result: hybrid tracers showed more accuracy while recording the centric jaw relation. There was more stability and equalization of pressure during the movement due to a tripod effect of three screws. Hence it provided more precise recording and being less technique sensitive. It was also more comfortable and acceptable by the patient.

Conclusion: hybrid tracers hence will provide more accuracy and precision in recording of horizontal jaw relation. This will in turn help in fabricating a successful prosthesis and enhance the well-being of the patient. This tracer will also be significant in institutions for educational purpose.

Clinical implication: Hybrid tracers are simple, non-technique sensitive, provide balance, equalization of pressure, stabilize the occlusal rims well, are close to the centre of rotation providing precise record and provide easy access and visibility to the operator which will help the operator in guiding the patient well for a correct jaw relation.

Keywords: Equalization of pressure; Extra oral tracer; Gothic arch tracing; Hight tracer; Horizontal jaw relation.

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Upper and lower hybrid tracer.
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Upper frame with the styli.
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Lower frame with the tracing platform.
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Upper frame attached to the rim.
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Lower frame attached to the rim.
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Mounted cast with the tracers.
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Lower tracer with the tracing.
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