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Pre-prosthetic Surgical Considerations

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What is the purpose of resting the denture-supporting tissues?

To harden the mucosa under the dentures

To allow the deformed tissue of the residual ridges to return to normal form (correct)

To deform the tissue of the residual ridges

To strengthen the denture-supporting tissues

What is the purpose of using temporary soft liners inside old dentures?

To create more pressure on the tissues

To prevent any deformation of the residual ridges

To allow deformed tissue of the residual ridges to recover (correct)

To keep the dentures in place

Why is occlusal correction of old prostheses important?

To prevent any changes in facial support

To lower the patient's vertical dimension of occlusion

To increase the patient's masticatory efficiency

To restore an optimal vertical dimension of occlusion (correct)

How does a good nutritional program benefit edentulous patients?

By enhancing their metabolic and masticatory efficiency Signup and view all the answers

What is emphasized for geriatric patients in terms of nutrition?

Concentrating on a good nutritional program Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using surgical guides in preprosthetic procedures?

To achieve precision in the amount and location of bone to be removed Signup and view all the answers

Which surgical procedure is recommended for recontouring soft tissue in the maxilla?

Maxillary labial frenectomy Signup and view all the answers

In what scenario should a clinician consider raising a full thickness flap during ridge alveoloplasty?

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

What is the primary consideration when deciding between prosthetic alterations and surgical intervention for edentulous patients?

Prognosis of prosthodontic outcome Signup and view all the answers

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

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