Description

In dentistry today, much emphasis is placed on learning the techniques of fixed or implant-supported restorations at the expense of learning how to fabricate removable prostheses. As a result, many talented clinicians lack the training and experience necessary to provide functional and satisfactory removable treatment to their patients, even when this may be the best treatment option for some patients.

This book seeks to address this problem by taking the reader step-by-step through the process of removable complete denture fabrication from the very first appointment through impression taking to delivery and maintenance. Sections alternate between clinical and laboratory steps (color-coded for quick reference), and technical aspects of prosthetic fabrication, such as master model fabrication and base and occlusal level fabrication, are detailed for clinicians who choose to perform them in the clinic rather than outsourcing to a laboratory. With sections on jaw and occlusal evaluation, how to determine the appropriate occlusal level and more, the book seeks to empower clinicians to improve their patients' quality of life. The focus is also on delivery and subsequent adjustment, followed by maintenance of existing dentures and determining when a new denture is needed.

From start to finish, this book provides everything you need to provide your patients with functional and aesthetic dentures.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1. Understanding the Art of Complete Denture Therapy

Chapter 2. Examination

Chapter 3. Impression Technique

Chapter 4. Fabrication of Master Casts and Record Bases

Chapter 5. Occlusion and Esthetics

Chapter 6. Behind the Scenes in the Dental Laboratory

Chapter 7. Delivery

Chapter 8. Transitioning to Complete Edentulism

Chapter 9. Maintaining Excellence: Reline, Rebase, Repair