Denture Problems
Dentures remain a widely used and effective form of prosthetic rehabilitation for partially or completely edentulous patients. While modern dental materials and fabrication techniques have significantly improved comfort, function, and longevity, denture users still frequently present with a variety of complaints. Understanding these issues is essential for clinicians providing comprehensive care, as symptoms often have […]
Denture Maintenance: Aftercare and Cleaning
Denture maintenance is a crucial aspect of prosthodontic care and long-term oral health for individuals who wear full dentures or other removable prostheses. Proper aftercare not only prolongs the lifespan of the prosthesis but also protects the health of the oral tissues that support it. Unfortunately, many denture wearers believe dentures require minimal upkeep once […]
Common denture problems and solutions
The construction and provision of complete dentures remains one of the most essential skills in prosthodontics. Although modern dental implant therapies have transformed tooth replacement strategies, conventional complete dentures continue to play a major role, particularly for older adults or patients with financial, anatomical, or medical limitations. Successful denture therapy relies not merely on mechanical […]
Recording occlusion in complete dentures
Successful complete denture fabrication begins with an accurate and logical approach to recording the patient’s maxillomandibular relationship. For edentulous patients, whose natural tooth guidance is absent, the dentist must rely on anatomical landmarks, clinical judgement, and systematic procedures to establish proper occlusion, aesthetics, comfort, and function. Poorly recorded occlusion affects every stage downstream—from tooth arrangement […]
Principles and Techniques in Complete Denture
Complete denture therapy remains one of the core clinical skills in prosthodontics, and despite advancements in implant dentistry, millions of patients worldwide rely on well-made complete dentures for functional and aesthetic rehabilitation. The success of a complete denture depends on a deep understanding of oral anatomy, biomechanics, impression techniques, and the dynamic relationship between the […]
Immediate Complete Dentures
Tooth loss remains a major global health issue, and the transition from partial dentition to complete edentulism can be psychologically and functionally challenging for patients. Immediate complete dentures—defined as dentures inserted immediately after extraction of remaining natural teeth—offer a solution that prevents patients from experiencing a period without teeth. However, this treatment modality is clinically […]