Prosthodontics

dentures KEYWORDS Microstomia , Thermoplastic resin , Retento- grip tissue bearing technique, Injection moulding technique . INTRODUCTION Management of patients with microstomia is one of the biggest challenges in the field of prosthodontics 1 . Cases of restricted oral opening may be due to carcinoma,

orthodontics or oral surgery and what duties you'll perform. Typically, a dentist examines teeth, gum and mouth tissue. He performs duties such as cleans teeth, fills cavities, extracts teeth and caps damaged teeth. The dentist designs and fits prosthodontic appliances such dentures and bridges for patients. He may write prescriptions for medication such as antibiotics and administer

A 44-year Caucasian man with Down syndrome was referred to the graduate prosthodontic clinic at the Indiana University School of Dentistry by his periodontist with a chief complaint of an inability to chew and the unpleasant smile. His medical history included a diagnosis of controlled type II diabetes mellitus, hypercholesterolemia and obstructive sleep apnea. There was no history of allergic reactions to medication, local anesthetics or food. The patient is moderately intellectual disable and he

Introduction: Occlusion has been described as the most important subject in all the disciplines of dentistry, since it represents the way the teeth come together, and functions together. In restorative cases, where the patient is completely or partially edentulous, an articulator is needed, which is a mechanical device the holds the opposing casts, in order to be able to study the occlusion as in the patients mouth. This device; articulator, has different objectives and types, that will be discussed

Christian Woerner Dr. Threatt-Milton Managing your Success 18 September 2015 Dentistry Career Paper Dentistry is an ever-growing field in medicine that is very well paid and respected. It has nine specialties that can vary from one another in similar yet distinct ways. The general duties of a dentist usually consist of diagnosing and treating problems with teeth, filling cavities, removing decay, teaching patients the importance of oral health, and even administrative duties because they are usually

Beirut Arab University Faculty of Dentistry 2015-2016 Sequelae of Complete Edentulism Name: Nusuk Farhat ID#: 201500490 Dr. Maria Raafat Reslan Course: Preclinical Removable Prosthodontics I There are many sequelae for patients that are completely edentulous. They include continued loss of the jaw bone, affects soft tissues that support the prostheses, facial esthetic changes, decreased masticatory performance, and diet related health problems and psychological aspects of a total tooth

I can remember the moments that inspired me to take up Dentistry as a profession like it was just yesterday. There I was standing in the malls toy store with my father staring up at my first model kit and in that instant I was overwhelmed with joy. Then my father grabs the box that I can barely reach and takes it to the counter, my eyes must have been gleaming with excitement as I watched my father purchase my first model kit. Though this memory is more fragmented than the last, my father assures

Dental Hygiene When most people think of good health they think of doctors, however dental health can be just as important. Regular dental care can help prevent numerous other illnesses. Dental hygienists are the professionals who teach and aid in taking care of all of your oral hygiene needs. “Dental hygienists clean teeth, examine patients for signs of oral diseases such as gingivitis, and provide other preventative dental care. (“Summary Dental Hygienists”)” Dental hygiene goes way back

Dentistry and Types of Oral Surgery: What You Need to Know In dentistry, there are several conditions that may necessitate oral surgery, including the following: 1. Tooth Loss In case of tooth loss due to an infection or accident, dentistry offers an option called dental implants which make great alternatives to dentures and bridges. These are tooth root replacements that are surgically secured in place in the jawbone. An ideal candidate for these implants must have suitable bone density and level

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