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Published on: June 10, 2013
[Clinical using and observation of occlusion splint of RPD]
De-Gui Zhang1, Rui-Ran Chen, Chong-Qiang Li
1Department of Prosthodontics, College of Stomatology, Shandong University, Jinan 250012, Shandong Province, China.
Purpose:
This article describes the design and restoration for 180 cases diagnosed with dentition defect accompanied with medium to severe abrasion and attrition. The purpose of this study is to discuss the rehabilitation of vertical dimension, the balance of occlusion and the whole occlusion system.
Methods:
Before clinical preparation of the 180 clinical cases, diagnostic casts were made. Entire restoration treatment plan was adopted to make removable partial dentures with full crown restorations along with occlusion splints. The clinical effect were evaluated at 2nd week, 4th week and 9th week.
Results:
Of the 180 cases, 148 patients (82.2%) adapted to the denture in 2-3 weeks, 24 patients (13.3%) in 4-5 weeks, 8 patients (14.5%) in 5-6 weeks. The further observation were evaluated over 10-15 years with clinical satisfaction.
Conclusion:
This method not only reserves the tooth structure, but also restores configuration and function of the lost tissues. It's really a constantly effective remedy.
