Gingival prostheses--a review
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Published on: June 24, 2018
Izchak Barzilay1, Tamblyn Irene
1Division of prosthodontics and restorative dentistry, Mount Sinai Hospital and the faculty of dentistry, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada. ibarzilay@tdc.on.ca
Abstract:
Gingival replacement is often a component of comprehensive prosthodontics. Gingival prostheses may be fixed or removable and may be made from acrylics, composite resins, silicones or porcelain-based materials. Undercuts or dental attachments are used to secure removable prostheses, which are esthetically pleasing and easy to maintain. This paper describes several clinical situations in which gingival prostheses were used effectively.