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Management of compromised ridges: a case report
Journal of Indian Prosthodontic Society
|June 2, 2012
Summary
This study presents a method for rehabilitating patients with severe jawbone loss using specialized dentures. The technique improves denture stability, comfort, and facial appearance for individuals with atrophic ridges.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Prosthodontics
- Oral Rehabilitation
Background:
- Complete denture therapy is a common treatment for tooth loss.
- Severe ridge atrophy presents challenges in achieving stable and retentive dentures.
- Resorption can lead to aesthetic concerns like sunken cheeks and patient discomfort.
Observation:
- The patient exhibited extreme resorption of the maxillary and mandibular denture-bearing areas.
- This resulted in a sunken facial appearance, unstable dentures, and discomfort.
Findings:
- A step-by-step rehabilitation procedure was detailed for a patient with atrophic ridges.
- A hollow maxillary complete denture with cheek plumpers was fabricated.
- Neutral zone recording was utilized to ensure a stable mandibular denture.
Implications:
- This technique offers a viable solution for restoring function and aesthetics in patients with severe ridge atrophy.
- The use of cheek plumpers and neutral zone recording can significantly improve denture stability and patient satisfaction.
- This approach addresses the clinical challenges posed by extreme bone resorption in complete denture wearers.
