Pre-prosthetic Surgical Considerations

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What is the purpose of rest for the denture-supporting tissues?

To stimulate tissue growth

To prevent tissue deformation

To allow deformed tissue to return to normal form (correct)

To enhance masticatory efficiency

Why is occlusal correction of old prostheses important in edentulous mouth preparation?

To enhance denture retention

To improve saliva production

To prevent periodontal disease

To restore an optimal vertical dimension of occlusion (correct)

How does good nutrition benefit edentulous patients?

By enhancing taste sensation

By emphasizing a good nutritional program (correct)

By preventing bone resorption

By eliminating the need for dentures

What is the role of regular finger or tooth brush massage in nonsurgical methods of edentulous mouth preparation?

To prevent tissue deformation Signup and view all the answers

Why should an optimal vertical dimension of occlusion be restored before proceeding with treatment?

To allow the presumably deformed tissues to recover Signup and view all the answers

What is the main consideration when deciding whether to subject a patient to surgical intervention?

Prosthodontic prognosis Signup and view all the answers

What is a common reason for using surgical guides in dental procedures?

To provide stability during surgery Signup and view all the answers

Which procedure is NOT listed as a commonly used preprosthetic procedure?

Mandibular lingual frenectomy Signup and view all the answers

When might a clinician consider elevating a full thickness flap during a dental extraction?

If more than finger compression is needed Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of observing areas of soft tissue blanching during a dental surgical procedure with a surgical guide?

To identify areas where additional bone removal is required Signup and view all the answers

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What is the purpose of rest for the denture-supporting tissues?

Why is occlusal correction of old prostheses important in edentulous mouth preparation?

How does good nutrition benefit edentulous patients?

What is the role of regular finger or tooth brush massage in nonsurgical methods of edentulous mouth preparation?

Why should an optimal vertical dimension of occlusion be restored before proceeding with treatment?

What is the main consideration when deciding whether to subject a patient to surgical intervention?

What is a common reason for using surgical guides in dental procedures?

Which procedure is NOT listed as a commonly used preprosthetic procedure?

When might a clinician consider elevating a full thickness flap during a dental extraction?

What is the purpose of observing areas of soft tissue blanching during a dental surgical procedure with a surgical guide?

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