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The 'combination syndrome' revisited.

Christopher D Lynch1, P Finbarr Allen

  • 1Department of Restorative Dentistry, National University of Ireland, Cork, Ireland.

Dental Update
|October 16, 2004
PubMed
Summary

The combination syndrome, a dental challenge, involves changes from dentures opposing natural teeth. This article reviews its treatment and literature for prosthetic dentistry.

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Area of Science:

  • Dentistry
  • Prosthodontics
  • Oral Health

Background:

  • The 'combination syndrome' describes oral changes resulting from a maxillary complete denture opposing natural mandibular anterior teeth.
  • This condition poses significant clinical and technical challenges in prosthetic dentistry.
  • First identified over 30 years ago, it continues to impact dental practice.

Observation:

  • Presents a considerable clinical and technical challenge to dental practitioners.
  • Characterized by specific oral changes in patients with a history of maxillary complete denture use against natural lower anterior teeth.
  • Difficulties associated with this condition persist in contemporary prosthodontic care.

Findings:

  • The article details the treatment of two patients presenting with the combination syndrome.
  • Reviews relevant scientific literature pertaining to the clinical features and management of this condition.
  • Highlights the ongoing challenges in prosthetic dentistry related to this specific patient demographic.

Implications:

  • Provides insights into managing the combination syndrome, a persistent issue in prosthodontics.
  • Offers a review of treatment approaches and literature for dental practitioners facing this challenge.
  • Contributes to the understanding and clinical management of denture-opposing natural teeth scenarios.

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