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Custom sectional impression trays with interlocking type handle for microstomia patients.
Aquaviva S Fernandes1, Kennedy Mascarenhas, Meena A Aras
1Department of Prosthodontics, Goa Dental College and Hospital, Goa, India. fernandesdent27@yahoo.com
Summary
Fabricating dental impressions for microstomia patients is challenging. This study details a custom sectional impression tray with an interlocking handle, simplifying the process for definitive impressions in patients with restricted mouth opening.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Prosthodontics
- Dental Materials
Background:
- Microstomia presents significant challenges in dental procedures.
- Standard impression techniques are often inadequate for microstomia patients.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the fabrication of a custom sectional impression tray.
- To provide a modified impression technique for microstomia patients.
Main Methods:
- Fabrication of a custom sectional impression tray.
- Design of an interlocking handle for the tray.
- Utilizing the custom tray for definitive impression procedures.
Main Results:
- The custom sectional impression tray facilitates impression making in microstomia.
- The interlocking handle ensures secure assembly and ease of use.
- Successful definitive impressions were achieved in a microstomia patient.
Conclusions:
- A custom sectional impression tray with an interlocking handle is an effective solution.
- This modification simplifies definitive impression procedures for microstomia patients.
- Improved patient comfort and treatment outcomes are anticipated.