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The "flexible augmented flange technique" for fabricating complete denture record bases.
1Department of Restorative Dentistry, College of Dental Medicine, Health Professions Division, Nova Southeastern University, 3200 South University Drive, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33328-2018, USA. antonell@nova.edu
Quintessence International (Berlin, Germany : 1985)
|July 11, 2001
Summary
The flexible augmented flange technique enhances complete denture record bases using resilient liners. This method improves stability, fit, and comfort while allowing for accurate jaw relation records.
Area of Science:
- Dental prosthetics and materials science.
Background:
- Fabricating complete denture record bases requires achieving stability, retention, and patient comfort.
- Traditional methods may lead to cast abrasion or compromise fit.
Purpose of the Study:
- To reintroduce and recommend the "flexible augmented flange technique" for fabricating improved complete denture record bases.
Main Methods:
- Augmenting denture record base flanges with a resilient liner (tissue conditioner).
- Utilizing the elastic properties of tissue conditioner to engage and release from undercuts in definitive casts.
- Combining tissue conditioner's flexibility with record base resin's rigidity.
Main Results:
- The technique creates stable, retentive, well-fitting, and comfortable record bases.
- Augmented flanges with flexible inner sections allow atraumatic insertion and removal.
- Minimal abrasion of definitive casts is achieved.
Conclusions:
- The flexible augmented flange technique offers a superior method for fabricating complete denture record bases.
- This technique enhances patient comfort and record accuracy for maxillomandibular jaw relation records.