Mastering The Art Of Complete Dentures

This step-by-step manual provides the knowledge and skill needed for clinicians to effectively treat denture-wearing patients. In the text the author offers a pathway based on scientific principles to mastering the art of constructing a complete denture. He explains that treatment involving complete dentures is not simply a mechanical skill: it demands an accurate diagnosis of systematic and local problems before attention is paid to prosthesis design, and requires a mixture of scientific and artistic skills.

"Textbook of Complete Dentures, Sixth Edition" presents various aspects of the basic principles of complete denture prosthodontics. The text is technique-oriented and relates the basic sciences of anatomy, physiology, pathology, pharmacology and psychology with the art and mechanics involved in complete denture construction. This clinically oriented and well-illustrated book will provide the essential information to successfully treat complete denture patients in any dental practice environment. All dental students and practitioners interested in removable prosthodontics will benefit greatly from reading this comprehensive textbook. New to this edition: new color photographs of all clinical procedures; introduction to implant retained/supported overdentures; in-depth discussion of all denture occlusion concepts; and, new digital image collection for instructors.

"Systematically details each clinical and laboratory step in the process of fabricating complete dentures, from examination and patient selection to maintenance procedures after treatment"--

This excellently illustrated book equips dental students and practitioners with all the information and guidance required in order to plan optimally the treatment of edentulous patients. Introductory chapters identify the anatomic landmarks and age-related changes in these patients and explain how evaluation should be performed. Preprosthetic planning and impression procedures are then described in detail, covering key principles, mouth preparation, selection of impression material and technique, construction and adjustment of the custom tray, and border molding techniques. The final part of the volume focuses on establishing the occlusal relationship. Readers will find clear explanation of concepts of occlusion in prosthodontics, the recording of maxillomandibular relations, types of mandibular movement, and other important topics. Throughout the book, much attention is devoted to problem solving. A companion volume covering the implementation of complete denture treatment, including resolution of postinsertion problems, is available separately.

"Systematically details each clinical and laboratory step in the process of fabricating complete dentures, from examination and patient selection to maintenance procedures after treatment"--

The precision of the dental imprints is crucial for a successful dental prosthesis or restoration. “An impression is ” A negative likeness or copy in reverse of the surface of an object. ” To complete this duty, clinicians must choose an important impression technique and material carefully. The qualities of the impression material, the impression processes employed, and the attributes of the cast or die material all affect how accurate the cast is. Every method and material has benefits and downsides. The physician must choose the most appropriate material and procedure based on the facts, even when the optimal material and technique have not yet been created. It is challenging to provide traditional prosthodontic therapy to patients with compromised edentulous ridges. To meet the functional and aesthetic needs of the patient, modifications to the treatment regimen should be considered. This book Summarizes the material and techniques to be adopted for the particular situation in complete denture and removable partial denture.

Application of the Neutral Zone in Prosthodontics offers a step-by-step guide to successfully designing and placing complete and implant-retained dentures using neutral zone concepts. Illustrates every technique described with more than 300 color photos Covers all phases of complete denture therapy Presents a step-by-step assessment and examination protocol Details the importance of accurate diagnosis and prognosis prior to committing to treatment Describes an alternative to traditional impressioning procedures that can be accomplished in a single appointment Includes access to a companion website with video clips and student handouts, with teaching PowerPoints available for instructors