The use of an anterior deprogrammer in a removable prosthodontic case: the key to accurate and predictable centric...

Centric relation (CR) is the treatment position of choice when placing removable prosthodontics. The most common method for achieving CR in cases of removable prosthodontics is the bilateral manipulation technique. However, this technique's success depends on the dentist's experience, as it can be hard to perform when patients are stressed and/or uncooperative. Using the chin point guidance technique with an anterior deprogrammer--mainly with fixed prosthodontics--is more predictable and accurate as it achieves CR through temporomandibular joint muscle relaxation. This case report illustrates how an anterior deprogrammer can be used in a combination case such as a maxillary complete denture opposing a mandibular removable partial denture.