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Conversion of a removable partial denture to a transitional complete denture: a clinical report
June Sisson1, Kenneth Boberick, Sheldon Winkler
1Department of Restorative Dentistry, Temple University School of Dentistry, Philadelphia, PA 19140, USA. june.sisson@temple.edu
The Journal of Prosthetic Dentistry
|May 4, 2005
Summary
Convert existing partial dentures to complete dentures using acrylic resin and a clear matrix. This transitional method preserves aesthetics and allows for patient healing before final prosthesis fabrication.
Area of Science:
- Dental Prosthodontics
- Biomaterials Science
Background:
- Conversion of removable partial dentures (RPDs) to complete dentures (CDs) is often necessary due to tooth loss.
- Existing RPDs can serve as a foundation for transitional prostheses, potentially improving patient acceptance and managing esthetic concerns.
Observation:
- A novel procedure utilizes autopolymerizing tooth-colored acrylic resin, denture repair material, and a clear matrix template.
- This technique allows for the duplication of natural tooth shape, color, and position in the transitional denture.
Findings:
- The described method facilitates the conversion of RPDs into interim CDs, maintaining tooth form and esthetics.
- Patients remain dentate throughout the process, mitigating psychological distress associated with tooth loss.
Implications:
- This technique offers a cost-effective and patient-centered approach for managing edentulism during the transition to complete dentures.
- It provides adequate healing time for the oral tissues before the fabrication of a definitive prosthesis, potentially improving long-term outcomes.