COMPLETE DENTURES – DUPLICATION

Question 1

simple duplication technique

Answer 1

partial copy technique
- model of fitting surface taken with silicone putty
alma guage reading provided to aid fabrication of registration rims

Question 2

when to use simple duplication technique

Answer 2

pts with gag reflex
when stock trays are a poor fit
(specifically in severe atrophic lower ridges)

Question 3

complex duplication

Answer 3

copies fitting and polished surfaces of denture

Question 4

when is complex duplication good

Answer 4

pt reduced ability to adapt to change
reduced neuromuscular skills
can provide duplicate for pts needing spare set

Question 5

complex duplicaiton steps

Answer 5

make negative of dentures in alginate flask
template in wax and acrylic
make adjustments to the face height
remove wax teeth and replaces with acrylic teeth
try in and reline impressions
process and finihs
placement and check record