Complete Dentures Opposed By Natural Teeth - Tutorial 4

Question 1

what can occur when lower natural teeth are opposed by upper prosthetic teeth

Answer 1

high force levels from lower teeth can be developed against upper maxillary edentulous ridge

Question 2

name two examples of what can occur when dentures are opposed by natural teeth

Answer 2

trauma
instability of denture

Question 3

what two aspects of trauma can occur to the edentulous area opposing a complete denture

Answer 3

abuse of soft tissues - ulceration ect
alveolar resorption and fibrous tissue replacement

Question 4

what two effects does a flabby ridge have on dentures

Answer 4

tissue displaceability
tipping of prosthesis

Question 5

what is combination syndrome (5 aspects)

Answer 5

bone loss from anterior part of maxillary ridge
hypertrophy of tuberosities
papillary hyperplasia in hard palate
extrusion of mandibular anterior teeth
bone loss under denture base

Question 5

how can trauma to maxillary denture bearing area be reduced

Answer 5

maximise coverage of denture bearing area
ensure prosthesis covers primary load bearing sites

Question 6

how do you ensure you have the best stability for your maxillary denture

Answer 6

optimum border seal
effective post dam

Question 7

what can be made use of when there is a complete lower denture with upper natural teeth

Answer 7

soft linings