Replica dentures clinical & laboratory interface

Question 1

What are the clinical stages of replica dentures?

Answer 1

1. replica mould of old dentures
2. master impressions & jaw (bite) registration
3. try in (trial)
4. insertion (finish)
5. review

Question 2

What are the lab stages of replica dentures?

Answer 2

1. replica block construction
2. cast impressions, mount casts and set-up
3. process (finish) dentures

Question 3

What are the checks that should be done during try-in?

Answer 3

Vertical dimension of occlusion
Even contact in retruded contact position
Lip support
Occlusal planes – anterior/posterior Lower teeth over ridge
Speech
Retention & stability
Base extensions
Appearance

Question 4

What are the checks that should be done during insertion?

Answer 4

Vertical dimension of occlusion
Even contact in retruded contact position Speech
Retention & stability
Base extensions
Appearance
Comfort