An Innovative Approach in Complete Denture Design for Oral Submucous Fibrosis Patient: Case Report
Abstract
ABSTRACT- The field of prosthodontics is not merely a scientific discipline; it is also an art that involves adeptly managing patients facing challenges in undergoing conventional impression procedures. One prevalent limitation arises from difficulties in mouth opening, which can be attributed to various factors such as fractures, trauma, oral submucous fibrosis, temporomandibular joint ankylosis, among others. This case report outlines an inventive approach encompassing primary impression, a sectional custom tray, sectional denture base, and the implementation of a "customized hinge" for a hinge denture. This innovative technique demonstrates the interdisciplinary nature of prosthodontics, where creative solutions are tailored to address the unique circumstances of each patient, ensuring effective and personalized dental care.
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