Consequences of partial dentures

Question 1

What is a partial denture?

Answer 1

Removable prosthesis which replaces some or all fo the missing dento-alveolar complex in an arch where some natural teeth remain

Question 2

What are patients general concerns about losing teeth?

Answer 2

Aesthetics
Function
Psychological impact
Cost

Question 3

Function of teeth

Answer 3

Speech

Mastication

Question 4

What is stable occlusion?

Answer 4

Bilateral occlusion posteriorly adn anteriorly

Question 5

What is a result of occlusal instability?

Answer 5

Titling, drifting, over eruption

May be asymptomatic - may manifest after years

Question 6

Benefits of partial dentures?

Answer 6

Psychological
Nutritional
Functional

Question 7

Iatrogenic conseuqences of partial dentures?

Answer 7

Risk factor for disease process - needs to be stable
Tooth modification
Abrasion
Mucosal trauma
Allergic reactions

Question 8

Consequences of disease in partial dentures?

Answer 8

Plaque retention
Caries
Periodontal disease
Mucosal disease

Question 9

Caries and partial dentures

Answer 9

PDs increase plaque retention, increase caries risk, periodontal disease, mobility

Highly motivated and capable patients can offset risks

They need to be educated by dentists

Question 10

How can you prepare patient for PD?

Answer 10

Motivation - OHI, diet, scaling
Extract teeth with poor prognosis
Treat periodontal disease