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Risk management in clinical practice. Part 6a. Identifying and avoiding medico-legal risks in complete denture
1Glasgow Dental Hospital and School, Glasgow, G2 3JZ. fraser.mccord@sky.com
British Dental Journal
|September 28, 2010
Summary
Providing complete dentures requires skill and patient cooperation. This article highlights potential issues and stresses informed consent and practitioner expertise for successful denture outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Prosthodontics
Background:
- Complete denture provision is complex, blending clinical skill, evidence, and artistic interpretation.
- Success depends on patient's ability to manage dentures within the oral environment for function and aesthetics.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify and discuss potential problem areas in complete denture fabrication.
- To emphasize the critical role of informed consent and practitioner expertise.
Main Methods:
- Review of clinical challenges in complete denture provision.
- Discussion of patient factors influencing denture success.
Main Results:
- Complete denture success is multifactorial, involving technical skill and patient adaptation.
- Potential complications can arise from both clinical and patient-related factors.
Conclusions:
- Practitioners must maintain high clinical standards and knowledge.
- Obtaining appropriate informed consent is paramount for managing patient expectations and outcomes in complete denture therapy.
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