Single appointment interim partial denture for a patient with a self-maintained provisional.

Area of Science:

• Dentistry
• Prosthodontics
• Dental Materials

Background:

• Interim partial dentures temporarily restore dentition, improving phonetics, aesthetics, and occlusion.
• Aging provisional restorations require timely management to maintain oral health.
• Patients with tooth loss seek functional and esthetic solutions without prolonged edentulism.

Observation:

• A case study involving an aging, self-maintained provisional restoration is presented.
• A modified interim prosthesis fabrication technique was employed.
• This technique involves decoronation of teeth prior to extraction.

Findings:

• Decoronation allows for visualization of anatomical soft tissues.
• The modified technique is cost-effective and expeditious.
• Restoration of function was achieved in a single appointment.

Implications:

• This technique offers a practical solution for patients needing temporary tooth replacement.
• It provides a method for managing aging provisional restorations efficiently.
• Visualizing soft tissues aids in creating a more accurate interim prosthesis.