API Dental Articulator Hinge

A cost-effective hinge-type dental articulator designed for mounting maxillary and mandibular casts with a simple open/close hinge mechanism — ideal for single-unit crowns, diagnostic models and routine laboratory work.

Key Features

• Simple hinge action simulates jaw opening/closing without lateral or protrusive movement.

• Durable construction in plastic (with metal locking screw) for reliable use in dental labs.

• Lightweight and compact form factor, making it easy to handle and store.

• Budget-friendly choice for standard prosthodontic and orthodontic model mounting.

• Compatible with full-arch models and commonly used in crown & bridge labs.

Applications / Use Cases

• Mounting diagnostic casts for occlusion analysis, without requiring complex jaw movement simulation.

• Fabrication of single crowns, bridges or simple prosthetics where lateral/excursion movements are not critical.

• Routine lab workflows where a basic articulator suffices—keeping costs low and turnaround quick.

• Teaching or student-lab environments where ease of use is key.

Why Choose This Hinge Articulator?

Choosing a hinge articulator simplifies workflow for many standard lab procedures. Because it focuses only on the opening/closing axis, it reduces the complexity (and cost) of the articulator, making it perfect for basic occlusal relationships and standard restorative tasks. Using one helps ensure consistent and reproducible mounting of casts, improving efficiency and reducing remakes.

Important Considerations

• This type does not simulate lateral or protrusive (side-to-side) movements of the jaw. For those motions you’d need a semi-adjustable or fully-adjustable articulator.

• Accuracy of mounting still depends on correct cast articulation and secure fixation of the models.

• For complex full-mouth reconstructions or where occlusal dynamics are key, this hinge model may be insufficient.

• Ensure the articulator surface is clean and free of plaster chips before mounting—this helps maintain alignment and accuracy.