Base
When you click Base in the main toolbar at the bottom, the base editing tool panel will appear on the left.
Base Editing Tools
1. Base Type
Select the type of base. Dentbird Modeler provides three base types:
1.1 Plateless Type
A model without a base.
1.2 Plate Type
A model with a standard flat base.
1.3 ABO
Follows the American Board of Orthodontics (ABO) standard for base design.
Bevel: Trims the edge of the base with a sloped finish.
Curved: Connects the edges of the model to the base with a curved contour.
Caution
When Plateless is selected, the Curved option is disabled. Also, enabling Curved increases the lower base width by 1 mm.
2. Height
Adjust the overall height of the model including the base using the slider.
3. Fill Type
Select how the inside of the model will be filled. Dentbird Modeler offers three fill types:
3.1 Hollow
The inside of the model is left empty.
3.2 Hollow (honeycomb)
The inside of the model is filled with a honeycomb structure.
3.3 Solid
The inside of the model is completely filled.
4. Thickness
Adjust the thickness of the base using the slider.
Caution
When Solid fill type is selected, the Thickness setting is disabled.
5. Drain hole
Set the number of drain holes and adjust their positions using the slider.
Caution
When Solid fill type is selected, Drain Hole settings are disabled.
6. Alignment
Display the occlusal plane on the model in the 3D viewer. Toggle the checkbox to turn the occlusal plane on or off.
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