Dental brace component, shown before and after processing.

Objective

Bel Air Finishing was tasked with polishing and preparing the surface of metal injection molded (MIM) dental brace components to ensure precise fit and optimal function. The goal was to achieve a smooth, polished finish that meets strict dental industry standards while streamlining the finishing process.

IndustryDental
Part DescriptionDental Brace Components
Fabrication MethodMetal Injection Molded MIM
MaterialMetal Injection Mold
Process TechnologyPolishing, Surface Prep
Equipment TypeHigh Energy Centrifugal Barrel Finisher

Solution

To meet the customer’s requirements for precise surface preparation, Bel Air Finishing recommended the High-Energy Centrifugal Barrel Finisher. This advanced machine polished and smoothed the intricate geometries of MIM dental brace components, eliminating burrs and achieving a uniform surface finish critical for dental applications.

By leveraging this process, Bel Air ensured consistent, high-quality results while significantly reducing manual labor. The Centrifugal Barrel Finisher’s efficiency and precision prepared the components for seamless assembly, meeting the stringent standards required in the dental industry.

If you are unsure what equipment and media you require to achieve your desired surface finish, then send us your part, and we will evaluate it and provide you with a metrology report.