Removable Prosthodontics at a Glance (Paperback)

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1 Introduction

2 The function of removable prostheses

3 Stability and retention

4 Patient assessment for complete dentures

5 Edentulous ridge presentations

6 Patient assessment for partial dentures

7 Factors complicating success

8 Accessibility and operator position

9 Pre-prosthetic treatment

10 Revisiting the anatomy

11 Making a primary impression - completes

12 Making a primary impression - partials

13 Special trays

14 Compound & putty materials - handling & manipulation

15 Recording an upper functional impression

16 Recording a lower functional impression

17 Managing fibrous ridges

18 Denture bases

19 Recording the maxillo-mandibular relationship

20 Prescribing the upper wax contour

21 Prescribing the lower wax contour

22 Tooth selection and arrangement

23 Occlusal dimensions & occlusal schemes

24 Respecting the neutral zone

25 Assessing trial prostheses

26 Fitting and reviewing finished prostheses

27 Copying features from existing prostheses

28 Classifying partial prostheses and material choices

29 Designing partial prostheses

30 Saddles, rests and clasps

31 Connectors and bracing

31a Surveying and preparing guide planes

32 Designing frameworks – case examples

33 Precision attachments – the fixed-removable interface

34 Dealing with frameworks and substructures

35 Altered cast technique and RPI system

36 Swing-lock prostheses

37 Gingival veneers

38 Immediate and training prostheses

39 Occlusal splints

40 Implant-supported mandibular overdentures

41 Principles of restoring maxillary defects

42 Tissue conditioners, liners and re-basing

43 Maintaining adequate oral hygiene

44 Troubleshooting loose or painful dentures

45 Gagging, other difficulties and making a referral

46 Flow diagrams of procedural stages

Appendices

Reading list

Index