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What is a common complication associated with complete dentures that could lead to patient dissatisfaction?
What is a common complication associated with complete dentures that could lead to patient dissatisfaction?
Which of the following best describes the process of relining a denture?
Which of the following best describes the process of relining a denture?
What is a significant reason for rebasing a denture?
What is a significant reason for rebasing a denture?
Which issue is not typically a complication during the complete denture adjustment process?
Which issue is not typically a complication during the complete denture adjustment process?
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In what circumstance is relining usually deemed suitable for a patient?
In what circumstance is relining usually deemed suitable for a patient?
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What is primarily assessed during the initial diagnosis for complete dentures?
What is primarily assessed during the initial diagnosis for complete dentures?
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Which of the following impression materials is likely used for more complex cases?
Which of the following impression materials is likely used for more complex cases?
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What is the main purpose of jaw relation records in complete denture construction?
What is the main purpose of jaw relation records in complete denture construction?
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During the try-in phase of denture fitting, which aspect is primarily evaluated?
During the try-in phase of denture fitting, which aspect is primarily evaluated?
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What should be reinforced to the patient upon the delivery of their final denture?
What should be reinforced to the patient upon the delivery of their final denture?
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What complication might arise if muco-compressive pressure is not avoided during impression taking?
What complication might arise if muco-compressive pressure is not avoided during impression taking?
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What is a reline in the context of complete dentures?
What is a reline in the context of complete dentures?
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Which of the following factors is NOT typically considered in the assessment of a patient for dentures?
Which of the following factors is NOT typically considered in the assessment of a patient for dentures?
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Study Notes
Removable Prothesis: Complete Denture
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Diagnosis: Essential initial assessment involves a thorough oral examination:
- Reviewing medical history
- Intraoral examination (teeth, gums, bone level, mouth structures)
- Extraoral examination (jaw joints, facial symmetry)
- Radiographic analysis (x-rays) evaluating bone resorption, impacted teeth, etc.
- Assessing patient needs and expectations regarding aesthetics, function, and comfort.
- Considering the patient's overall health, influencing treatment or contraindicating certain methods.
- Evaluating patient's ability, tolerance, and compliance throughout treatment.
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Impression Taking: Crucial for accurate denture construction:
- Accurate impression materials and techniques capture soft tissues and underlying bone structures.
- Materials, like alginate, irreversible hydrocolloids, polyether, or silicone, vary by case complexity.
- Proper mounting procedures are vital to avoid inaccuracies.
- Avoiding muco-compressive pressure is crucial; this could involve adjusting mounting and/or impression materials.
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Jaw Relation Records: Establishing the correct relationship between maxillary and mandibular arches:
- Bite registration materials and techniques establish proper vertical dimension.
- Tools include wax rims, articulators, and face bows.
- Precise recording of centric occlusion and other jaw relationships is essential.
- Accurate centric relation recording, if possible, is preferred over centric occlusion.
- These records allow for a properly fitting complete denture.
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Try-in: Trial fitting the denture before final delivery:
- Patient feedback and adjustments are crucial before final delivery.
- Final evaluation considers fit, aesthetics, comfort, speech, and masticatory efficiency.
- Refinements tailor the denture to patient needs.
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Delivery: Presenting the final denture to the patient:
- Explaining function and care instructions to the patient.
- Emphasizing regular maintenance, hygiene, and professional check-ups to address potential issues.
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Complications: Potential issues in complete denture fabrication and adjustment:
- Poor fit causing sore spots/pain.
- Difficulty chewing/speech problems.
- Esthetic concerns.
- Unstable/ill-fitting denture bases.
- Insufficient lip support/posterior instability.
- Tissue irritation.
- Inability to achieve accurate centric relation.
- Patient dissatisfaction/non-compliance.
- Psychological impact affecting social integration.
Relining and Rebasing
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Relining: Partial or complete denture repair for comfort and tissue changes:
- Replaces the tissue surface of the denture base material to address tissue changes.
- Materials include soft liners and/or relining materials like acrylic resin.
- Applied over the existing denture base, if needed.
- Allows re-adjustment/renewal of fit without replacing the whole denture.
- Suitable for patients with tissue changes like bone resorption.
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Rebasing: Re-creating the denture base due to significant changes or deterioration:
- Completely replaces the denture base structure to improve fit and function.
- Re-impressions meticulously consider changes in oral architecture.
- Materials & techniques match normal denture fabrication procedures.
- Usually for worn-out, structurally compromised dentures, or significantly improved fit/repair.
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Test your knowledge on the diagnosis and impression taking techniques for complete dentures. This quiz covers essential aspects such as initial assessments, consideration of patient needs, and the importance of accurate impression techniques for successful denture construction.