There are several benefits in using adhesive technique in removable prosthodontics as well as fixed prosthodontics. Previous studies have examined denture-base surface treatments that improve bond strength between a denture base resin and autopolymerizing repair resin. Dichloromethane and ethyl acetate are organic solvents that swell the denture base surface, thereby permitting diffusion of the...

It is well established that the Removable Partial Denture (RPD) is an effective treatment prosthesis. The objectives of a successful RPD are: to preserve the health of remaining oral structure, restore function and restore esthetics. To achieve these objectives, an RPD framework must fit accurately to the supporting structures. This paper presents a method for measuring the gaps or spaces prese...

The clinical success of removable partial denture (RPD) relies on the widely stablished biomechanical principles of retention, stability and support. In contemporary approaches, however, open prosthetic designs with minimal oral tissues coverage have been advocated. Longstanding conflicting opinions regarding the indirect retention concept have arisen, although robust scientific evidence is sti...

Replacement of missing dentition is one of the important needs for patients. It is common reason to attend a dental practice for individuals who wish to restore their aesthetics and function1. There are a variety of treatment modalities for the replacement of a single missing tooth i.e. a removable partial denture, a fixed partial denture or an implant supported restoration. Each of these treat...

The aim of this study was to clarify the relationship between partially edentulous pattern and the masticatory function in removable partial denture wearers. Eighty eight removable partial denture wearers and 7 subjects with intact dentition volunteered for this study. Using the Eichner's index, all subjects were divided into 6 groups. Electromyographic (EMG) activities of the masticatory muscl...

PATIENT A 62-year-old man complained of discomfort during insertion of lower removable partial denture (RPD). Existing denture was highly objectionable to tongue and intolerable to wear due to volume and contour of its lingual aspect. The treatment plan included fabrication of an interim denture and altering its shape until it did not lead to discomfort, followed by fabrication of a final dentu...

Fabricating an esthetically pleasing removable partial denture while avoiding the unsightly display associated with conventional clasp assemblies presented a challenge to dentists. Among other techniques, this could be done using acetal resin clasps as simple and effective means of improving removable partial denture esthetics.1 Patients often cite lack of retention and poor esthetics as reason...

BACKGROUND AND AIM: Since increasing the proportion of elderly in the world, so oral lesions related to removable denture-wearing are an important issue. The aim of this study was to evaluate the prevalence of denture-related oral mucosal lesions (DMLs) in removable denture wearers referred to clinics of Kerman, Iran.METHODS: This cross-sectional study was conducted on 350 removable denture wea...

OBJECTIVE Distal extension removable partial denture is a prosthesis with lack of distal dental support with a 13-fold difference in resiliency between the mucosa and the periodontal ligament, resulting in leverage during compression forces. It may be potentially destructive to the abutments and the surrounding tissues. The aim of this study was to assess the effect of implant location on stres...