Problem Denture Design Flashcards
What could you do if survey lines are too high on a tooth that you wish to clasp?
Add composite to the buccal aspect of the tooth to create a more favourable survey line.
What can be done to aid retention of a poorly fitting denture?
Precision attachments.
Implant-retained denture.
What is a two-part denture used for?
Useful where there is gross tissue loss and different paths of insertion.
Summarise a two-part denture.
Make the chrome at the path of insertion for the chrome- ignore the anterior saddle.
Three split pins in the chrome anteriorly.
Separately make the teeth, so that the anterior flange goes in at a specific path of insertion.
What type of connector is useful in patients with lingually tilted teeth?
Buccal bar.
What components can be added to dentures of patients with bruxism?
Metal backing to teeth.
Metal occlusal surfaces.
What is a swing lock denture?
Engages bone and tissue undercuts for retention.
