Denture Placement and Post-Op Instructions Quiz

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What must be done prior to the patient's appointment when a dental prosthesis is returned from the lab?

Wait for the patient to inspect it

Evaluate and examine it for defects (correct)

Immediately hand it over to the patient

Store it in a dry environment

Why are the dentures returned to the clinic in an air-tight sealed plastic bag partially filled with water?

To prevent contamination

To keep the dentures in a hydrated environment (correct)

To speed up the drying process

To keep the dentures cool

What should be ensured when the denture is returned from the lab to avoid embarrassment?

The denture is kept in a dry environment

The denture is immediately placed in the patient's mouth

The dentist's name is engraved on the denture

The patient’s name is correctly labeled in the denture base (correct)

Why is it necessary to hold the denture over a light source after it is returned from the lab?

To look for cracklines or defects in the form of voids or bubbles within the resin base Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Pressure Indicating Paste (PIP) in denture adjustments?

To identify areas of high pressure under the denture Signup and view all the answers

Why must dentures be kept in a hydrated environment?

To protect the denture base from distortion due to desiccation Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the clinical remount technique for complete denture occlusion correction?

To correct the occlusion of complete dentures Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if cracklines or defects are found in the denture base?

The denture should be repaired Signup and view all the answers

What should be done with a denture that is returned from the lab?

Hold it over a light source and look for defects Signup and view all the answers

What should be ensured before delivering a denture to a patient?

The patient’s name is correctly labeled in the denture base Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of evaluating and examining a dental prosthesis for defects?

To ensure it is free from defects before the patient's appointment Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the dentures being kept in an air-tight sealed plastic bag partially filled with water?

To keep the dentures in a hydrated environment Signup and view all the answers

What does color changes in the denture base indicate?

Faulty processing or repair Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Pressure Indicating Paste (PIP) in denture placement?

To locate pressure areas during delivery Signup and view all the answers

What is the ideal denture base thickness to minimize fracture risk?

2mm Signup and view all the answers

When should post-op appointments be scheduled after denture delivery?

24-hour, 1 week, and 2 weeks Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended oral hygiene practice for dentures?

Rinse and soak dentures when not in use Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if adjustments using acrylic bur are needed?

They should be minimal if impressions and casts are accurate Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a clinical remount in denture placement?

Corrects occlusal discrepancies due to denture processing Signup and view all the answers

What should be done to locate resin tags in the denture intaglio surface?

Scrub intaglio surface Signup and view all the answers

How long can patient adaptation to dentures take?

6-8 weeks Signup and view all the answers

Why is toothpaste contraindicated for denture cleaning?

It can damage the denture material Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of soaking dentures when not in use?

Tissue recovery Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of a clinical remount on bite force and tooth-to-tooth contacts?

Improves bite force, stability, and tooth-to-tooth contacts Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Pressure Indicating Paste (PIP) in denture adjustments?

To identify pressure points on the intaglio surfaces Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended oral hygiene practice for dentures?

Brushing with a soft brush and mild soap Signup and view all the answers

Why must dentures be kept in a hydrated environment?

To prevent the denture base from becoming brittle Signup and view all the answers

What is the ideal denture base thickness to minimize fracture risk?

2mm Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to hold the denture over a light source after it is returned from the lab?

To check for color changes indicating faulty processing Signup and view all the answers

What must be done if adjustments using acrylic bur are needed?

Make minimal adjustments if impressions and casts are accurate Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of evaluating and examining a dental prosthesis for defects?

To ensure patient safety and satisfaction Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the clinical remount technique for complete denture occlusion correction?

To improve bite force, denture stability, and tooth-to-tooth contacts Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of a clinical remount on bite force and tooth-to-tooth contacts?

It significantly improves bite force and tooth-to-tooth contacts Signup and view all the answers

What should be ensured before delivering a denture to a patient?

Impressions and casts are accurate Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of soaking dentures when not in use?

To prevent the growth of bacteria Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Denture Placement and Post-Op Instructions

Color changes in the denture base indicate faulty processing or repair
Scrub intaglio surface to locate resin tags, correct with acrylic bur
Ideal denture base thickness is 2mm to minimize fracture risk
Pressure Indicating Paste (PIP) used to locate pressure areas during delivery
PIP applied to intaglio surfaces to identify pressure points
Adjustments using acrylic bur should be minimal if impressions and casts are accurate
Patient adaptation to dentures can take 6-8 weeks, soft diet and speech practice are important
Patients should remove, rinse, and soak dentures when not in use for tissue recovery
Oral hygiene with dentures is crucial, toothpaste is contraindicated
Post-op appointments scheduled at 24-hour, 1 week, and 2 weeks after delivery
Clinical remount corrects occlusal discrepancies due to denture processing
Clinical remount improves bite force, denture stability, and tooth-to-tooth contacts

Denture Placement and Post-Op Instructions

Color changes in the denture base indicate faulty processing or repair
Scrub intaglio surface to locate resin tags, correct with acrylic bur
Ideal denture base thickness is 2mm to minimize fracture risk
Pressure Indicating Paste (PIP) used to locate pressure areas during delivery
PIP applied to intaglio surfaces to identify pressure points
Adjustments using acrylic bur should be minimal if impressions and casts are accurate
Patient adaptation to dentures can take 6-8 weeks, soft diet and speech practice are important
Patients should remove, rinse, and soak dentures when not in use for tissue recovery
Oral hygiene with dentures is crucial, toothpaste is contraindicated
Post-op appointments scheduled at 24-hour, 1 week, and 2 weeks after delivery
Clinical remount corrects occlusal discrepancies due to denture processing
Clinical remount improves bite force, denture stability, and tooth-to-tooth contacts

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Test your knowledge of denture placement and post-op instructions with this quiz. Learn about pressure indicating paste, denture adaptation, oral hygiene, and post-op appointments.

Denture Placement and Post-Op Instructions Quiz

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Questions and Answers

What must be done prior to the patient's appointment when a dental prosthesis is returned from the lab?

Why are the dentures returned to the clinic in an air-tight sealed plastic bag partially filled with water?

What should be ensured when the denture is returned from the lab to avoid embarrassment?

Why is it necessary to hold the denture over a light source after it is returned from the lab?

What is the purpose of Pressure Indicating Paste (PIP) in denture adjustments?

Why must dentures be kept in a hydrated environment?

What is the primary purpose of the clinical remount technique for complete denture occlusion correction?

What should be done if cracklines or defects are found in the denture base?

What should be done with a denture that is returned from the lab?

What should be ensured before delivering a denture to a patient?

What is the significance of evaluating and examining a dental prosthesis for defects?

What is the purpose of the dentures being kept in an air-tight sealed plastic bag partially filled with water?

What does color changes in the denture base indicate?

What is the purpose of Pressure Indicating Paste (PIP) in denture placement?

What is the ideal denture base thickness to minimize fracture risk?

When should post-op appointments be scheduled after denture delivery?

What is the recommended oral hygiene practice for dentures?

What should be done if adjustments using acrylic bur are needed?

What is the purpose of a clinical remount in denture placement?

What should be done to locate resin tags in the denture intaglio surface?

How long can patient adaptation to dentures take?

Why is toothpaste contraindicated for denture cleaning?

What is the purpose of soaking dentures when not in use?

What is the impact of a clinical remount on bite force and tooth-to-tooth contacts?

What is the purpose of Pressure Indicating Paste (PIP) in denture adjustments?

What is the recommended oral hygiene practice for dentures?

Why must dentures be kept in a hydrated environment?

What is the ideal denture base thickness to minimize fracture risk?

Why is it important to hold the denture over a light source after it is returned from the lab?

What must be done if adjustments using acrylic bur are needed?

What is the significance of evaluating and examining a dental prosthesis for defects?

What is the primary purpose of the clinical remount technique for complete denture occlusion correction?

What is the impact of a clinical remount on bite force and tooth-to-tooth contacts?

What should be ensured before delivering a denture to a patient?

What is the purpose of soaking dentures when not in use?

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