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[Maxillomandibular relationship recording in removable partial petal dentures (RPMD)]
Hassnae Benyahia1, Anissa Abdelkoui1, Asmae Yadfout1
1Université Mohamed V, Faculté de médecine dentaire, Rabat-Instituts, Maroc
Swiss Dental Journal
|November 6, 2023
Summary
Accurately recording the maxillo-mandibular relationship (MMR) is crucial for dental prosthetics. This study presents a simple, codified technique to improve MMR recording accuracy, especially for metal partial dentures, ensuring better patient integration.
Area of Science:
- Dental Prosthetics
- Maxillofacial Rehabilitation
- Occlusion
Background:
- Accurate maxillo-mandibular relationship (MMR) recording is vital for prosthetic rehabilitation.
- Tissue duality in metal partial dentures (MPD) can cause occlusal inaccuracies and poor integration.
- Existing techniques require careful material selection, support, and reproducible methods.
Purpose of the Study:
- To propose a simple, codified approach for reliable MMR recording.
- To address challenges posed by tissue duality in MPD.
- To ensure optimal occlusal-functional integration of metallic partial dentures.
Main Methods:
- Development of a standardized MMR recording protocol.
- Adaptation of the technique to specific clinical situations and prosthetic steps.
- Consideration of supporting structures and clinical sequence.
Main Results:
- A reliable and reproducible method for MMR recording was suggested.
- The approach is adapted to the particularities of supporting structures.
- It facilitates optimal occlusal-functional integration for MPD.
Conclusions:
- The proposed codified approach enhances the accuracy of MMR recording.
- This method helps overcome challenges associated with tissue duality in MPD.
- It leads to improved functional integration of metallic partial dentures.
