Managing Patient's expectations in prosthodontics Flashcards
1
Q
Reasons why patients may be dissatisfied with dentures
A
related to denture retention and stability
- usually lower denture
Patient may not be aware of limitations
aesthetic expectations unmet
decreased chewing efficiency
change in facial aesthetics due to tooth loss
2
Q
pros risk assessments - key questions to ask
A
How long ago were teeth lost?
how many dentures have you had since losing teeth?
how old is the most recent denture you had made?
are you wearing the last denture you had made?
