With proper care, your cases can be safely shipped to the lab for fabrication. Here are some easy to follow guidelines to ensure your case is protected.

1. Put completed Rx into outside sleeve of Biohazard bag.

2. Place disinfected impression into the sealable section of Biohazard bag. Do not wrap in tissue or other wrapping materials.

3. If sending models, they need to be individually wrapped with bubble wrap or similar packing material. Secure with rubber bands or tape.

4. Photos should be placed in a separate plastic bag for protection.

5. Small items such as crowns, bridges, shade tabs or implant parts are safest when placed in a crown box or a sealed plastic bag.

6. Articulators and face-bow: Wrap each arch of the articulator with bubble wrap, close and secure with rubber band. Face-bow units need to have parts wrapped individually. Custom shipping cases for larger articulators are available from manufacturers.

7. A layer of packing material should cover the bottom of the box and additional material is then placed over the contents to prevent movement of pieces.