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Denture Irritation and Patient Complaints

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What can cause soreness of the suclular epithelium in a removable partial denture?

Improper positioning of posterior teeth

Overextended denture flange (correct)

Excessive pressure by the RPD components

Insufficient overlap between maxillary and mandibular teeth

How can rough and sharp denture borders be detected before insertion into the patient's mouth?

By manipulating buccal tissues with the partial denture in place

Using disclosing wax (correct)

By observing changes in tissue color

Using a permanent ink marker

What can cause occlusal interference in eccentric jaw positions?

Traumatic occlusion

Improper postion of posterior teeth (correct)

Inadequate reciprocal clasps

Light clasping

What may lead to difficulties during mastication with a removable partial denture?

Food lodgement around the denture Signup and view all the answers

What can cause pain arising from the edentulous ridge in a removable partial denture?

Excessive pressure by the RPD components Signup and view all the answers

What can lead to tongue and cheek biting with a removable partial denture?

Improper clasp design for tissue supported partial denture Signup and view all the answers

What should be done to relieve soreness of the suclular epithelium caused by an overextended denture flange?

Make adjustments with lab bur and polishing Signup and view all the answers

How can rough and sharp denture borders be treated before insertion into the patient's mouth?

Relieve the acrylic resin with lab bur and polishing Signup and view all the answers

What action should be taken if occlusal interference is observed in eccentric jaw positions with a removable partial denture?

Adjust posterior teeth for proper alignment Signup and view all the answers

What can be a potential cause of difficulties in speech with a removable partial denture?

Movement of the denture due to faulty occlusion Signup and view all the answers

What are the 3 main groups of complaints that patients may have after denture insertion?

Pain and discomfort due to edentulous ridge, soreness of teeth, miscellaneous pain Signup and view all the answers

What causes soreness of the sulcular epithelium beneath the denture?

Overextended denture flange Signup and view all the answers

What can lead to localized soreness beneath the denture base?

Pressure from denture base Signup and view all the answers

What is a possible cause of soreness beneath the denture base known as generalized soreness?

Poor oral hygiene Signup and view all the answers

What can cause pain in and around the standing teeth after denture insertion?

Excessive bulk or improper taper of the clasp arm Signup and view all the answers

What is a possible cause of localized soreness beneath the denture base?

Insufficient relieve of bony prominences Signup and view all the answers