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Risk management in clinical practice. Part 6b. Identifying and avoiding medico-legal risks in removable dentures
1The Harley Street Dental Clinic, Flat 6, 103-105 Harley Street, London, UK. charlotte@stilwelldentist.com
Abstract:
The most likely cause of complaint with prosthodontics is a denture that in some way fails to be accepted. A denture that does not perform as the patient expects can give rise to great disappointment and anger. The problem is that acceptance of a denture is not just a technical issue. Success depends on the individual's ability to tolerate and adapt to the denture. It is therefore essential to make the right assessment for the patient from the outset. This includes discovering the patient's priorities and establishing realistic expectations. With the aim of assisting the dental profession in identifying and avoiding medico-legal risks in removable dentures, this article sets out a systematic, diagnostic and collaborative approach to complete and partial denture assessment and treatment.
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