HotStikz

Description & Application

The DVA Hotstikz System introduced by DVA in 1986, for the stabilizing of occluded models during articulation, totally revolutionized this previously complicated procedure. “Goodbye to broken sticks and sticky wax!” The HotStikz System consists of a ‘gun-like applicator’ and a special thermoplastic wax-like product that is ideal for temporarily holding parts together (i.e., models, denture parts, etc.) during laboratory procedures. The applicator is designed to soften and maintain the special thermoplastic wax at an optimum, ‘ready-to-apply’ temperature. Application is accomplished by merely pressing the trigger!

The special Hotstikz Wax is characterized by its ability to easily and cleanly peel away in one, solid mass from the work surfaces upon cooling. This is especially helpful with regard to porous surfaces, like die stones and plaster.

Simply stated: “Hotstikz is a replacement for sticky wax in the laboratory!”

The photo vividly displays the technique previously used to mount occluded arches which has been replaced with the simplified technique the HotStikz System provides.

Hotstikz non-runny formulation provides precise application and control. The firm, semi-rigid consistency is ideal for fabricating matrices and insures the set bite registration will not move during articulation mounting procedures.

Benefits & Features

Product Benefits:

Simplifies articulation and acrylic lab procedures Eliminates the mess of sticky wax Saves time in occluding models Eliminates need to ‘break sticks,’ as occluding devices Improves application control Accelerates cooling time

Product Features:

Simplifies articulation and acrylic lab procedures Separates from plaster, stone and acrylic cleanly and without damaging the work surface. Ready to use at all times. Special formula is ideal for application control; especially compared to industrial glue-gun products. Short cooling cycle.